VC 160 - Ophthalmic Lenses II

Credit Hours: 3

A study of multifocal design and construction. In-depth evaluation of all multifocals, including bifocals, trifocals, occupational, blended, and progressive lenses. Discussions of lens tints, colors, coatings, filtering, and sports lenses. Formulas applicable to lens functions are included. Current lens catalogs and websites are utilized for information and data.

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

identify and record the information necessary to duplicate lenses covered in class;
apply formulas that relate to the functions of spectacle lenses;
measure and apply the appropriate formula to determine the proper base curve of a given lens;
analyze varying lens product enhancements of all ophthalmic lens materials;
identify and describe various single-vision, multifocal, and specialty lens forms;
distinguish and describe various lens tints and their appropriate uses; and
describe different lens aberrations and proper methods for limiting their unwanted characteristics.

Prerequisites: VC 110
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