Opticianry Technology Program

Knowledge and Understanding (K):

K1: Demonstrate language proficiency and use related ocular terminologies and communicate effectively in a level-appropriate academic and professional setting.

K2: Describe the anatomy and physiology of the  ocular and visual system.

K3: Recognize the fundamental principles and concepts of optics and physical properties of ophthalmic lenses, the etiology of ocular refractive errors, and their management using optical corrections.

K4: Explain the fundamentals of different types of ophthalmic lenses, refraction, fabrication, and repair of prescribed ophthalmic eyewear with various manufacturing techniques in addition to principles of ophthalmic dispensing

Skills (S):

S1: Demonstrate professional English written-and-oral communication and learning skills in academic and workplace professional

S2: Solve broadly defined formula used in visual optics, parameters of contact and spectacle lenses, and ophthalmic dispensing system.
S3: Perform ophthalmic projects that include identification, location, and fabrication of prescription ophthalmic eyewear.

S4: Interpret and dispense a prescription using the proper lens and spectacle design and materials to meet patients’ needs.

S5: Observe the skills and techniques demonstrated by a licensed optician in an affiliated optical practice.

S6: Apply academic, and technical skills under supervision in a professional setting.

Values (V):

V1: Develop successful project management skills such as responsibility, working independently and as part of a team, and time and stress management.

• High School Diploma: A recognized secondary school certificate or equivalent.
• GPA: Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5/5.0.
• Tests/Interviews: Passing an entrance exam or interview may be required.
• Language: Proof of English language proficiency.

FIRST-YEAR 

First Semester:

OPTI 1101: Principles of Optics I – 3 credit(s)

OPTI 1102: Ophthalmic Materials and Laboratory I – 3 credit(s)

OPTI 1103: Medical Terminology – 1 credit(s)

OPTI 1104: Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology – 2 credit(s)

Second Semester: 

OPTI 1201: Principles of Optics II – 3 credit(s)

OPTI 1202: Ophthalmic Materials and Laboratory II – 3 credit(s)

OPTI 1203: Contact Lenses I – 2 credit(s)

OPTI 1204: Ophthalmic Dispensing I – 3 credit(s)

OPTI 1205: Professional Observation – 2 credit(s)

SECOND-YEAR 

First Semester:

OPTI 1301: Professional Field Practice I – 6 credit(s)

OPTI 1302: Ophthalmic Materials and Laboratory III – 3 credit(s)

OPTI 1303: Contact Lenses II – 2 credit(s)

OPTI 1304: Ophthalmic Dispensing II – 3 credit(s)

OPTI 1305: Theory of Refractive Errors – 2 credit(s)

Second Semester:

OPTI 1401: Professional Field Practice II – 8 credit(s)

OPTI 1403: Optical Practice Management – 2 credit(s)

OPTI 1404: Ophthalmic Dispensing III – 3 credit(s)