VC 133 - Introduction to Contact Lens Laboratory

Credit Hours: 1

A course designed to assist the student in understanding the history, development, and manufacturing of contact lenses. Anatomical data of the eye with an emphasis on the tears, lids, and cornea will be outlined. Indications, contraindications, and patient selection will be identified. A description of both rigid and soft lenses will be outlined. The usage of instrumentation and the development of psychomotor skills will be emphasized.

Course Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

identify New York State laws governing the contact lens field;
list individuals who made contributions to the contact lens field;
identify anatomical structures related to contact lens wear;
discuss contact lens materials and designs;
explain the indications, contraindications, advantages, and disadvantages of contact lenses;
discuss the use of contact lens solutions; and
demonstrate psychomotor skills using the keratometer, radiuscope, diameter gauge, and thickness gauge.

F (N)