OD 247 - Ophthalmic Optics Elective

Credit Hours: 2

Advanced study of the theory and concepts of ophthalmic lenses, instruments and the human eye as an integral part of ophthalmic dispensing. Instruction shall include, but not be limited to, the human eye (ametropia, depth of focus), telescopes, loupes, magnifiers, color perception, visual spectrum, UV an IR absorption, thick and thin lenses, and review for licensing exam.

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

identify and integrate visual optical concepts and theory to ophthalmic lenses, ophthalmic instruments and the human eye;
analyze various optical components (e.g., telescopes, low-vision aids and ophthalmic instruments) as they relate to ophthalmic dispensing;
correlate relating ophthalmic courses to visual/ophthalmic optics;
explain and demonstrate retinoscope procedures;
demonstrate subjective testing techniques;
discuss phorometry and relationship to accommodation; and
explain strabismus measurement and testing techniques.

Prerequisites: PH 170, PH 172
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