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Apr 25, 2024
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VECT 1410 - Introduction to Vision Care Technology
Credit hours: 4
Course Description:
A general overview of the field of opticianry, intended to provide the student with a broad base for more advanced study.Included is the history of opticianry, the visual sense, basic geometric optics, normal and abnormal vision, lens theory and design, frame design and principles of decentration, government regulations and licensure, as well as an introduction to the ophthalmic dispensing clinic.
Student Learning Outcomes:
Students will be able to:
- Outline the history of ophthalmic dispensing;
- Describe the various eyecare professions;
- Explain the basic properties of light;
- Calculate basic geometric optics;
- Explain the eye as an optical system;
- List and describe the basic types of refractive errors;
- Explain ophthalmic lens design;
- Explain spectacle frame design;
- Demonstrate decentration theory;
- Complete dispensing clinic procedures
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