OPHT 2312 - Ophthalmic Optics

Credit hours: 3

Prerequisites: Formal admission to the Ophthalmic Technician Program

Course Description:
In this course students will learn the basic physical, geometric, and physiologic optical principles as applied to the eye and visual system including the visual pathway, light transmission, absorption, reflection and refraction.

Student Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of this course, students should be able to apply their knowledge of optics concepts to solve problems in other ophthalmic courses.
Upon completion of this course, students should be able to utilize their knowledge of optics concepts to effectively communicate refractive error findings and treatments with a patient in clinic.
Upon completion of this course, students should be able to identify the appropriate optics formula to solve optics related problems when encountered in clinic.
Upon completion of this course, students should be able to utilize and apply their knowledge of spherical lenses, spherocylindrical lenses, and prisms to accurately correct various refractive errors and motility issues for patients in the clinical setting.