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OPTC 1130: Foundations of Optics 

Effective date

May 2022 

Department

Optician Diploma 

School

Continuing Studies 
 




Description

Building on the knowledge gained in OPTC 1110 Anatomy & Physiology of the Eye, this course provides a detailed overview of the basic principles of light, plane and curved surfaces of mirrors and lenses. Students review mathematical principles related to algebra, geometry, and trigonometry, and practice mathematical calculations needed for opticianry practice. The photochemistry of vision is studied along with the concept of visual fields. Students are introduced to monocular and binocular vision and compare the effects of each on depth perception and visual acuity.  

Credits

4.0 

Year of study

1st Year Post-secondary 

Prerequisites

OPTC 1110. 

Corequisites

None 

Course Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)

None 

Hours

Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 60
Total Hours: 60
 

Instructional Strategies

Classroom based delivery with lecture, small group discussions, readings, case studies, and assignments. 

Grading System

Letter Grade (A-F) 

Passing grade

B- (68%) 
 

Evaluation Plan

Type

Percentage

Assessment activity

Assignments 

20 

Optical Worksheets 

Quizzes/Tests 

30 

Weekly Quizzes  

Assignments 

10 

Successful Workbook Completion  

Final Exam 

30 

Comprehensive Final Exam  

Participation 

10 

Class participation based on rubric 

Course topics

Learning resources

Resources are items in addition to tuition that the student is responsible for purchasing. Course resource
information will be supplied by the department/instructor. 

Notes:

  • Course contents and descriptions, offerings and schedules are subject to change without notice.
  • Students are required to follow all College policies including ones that govern their educational experience at VCC. Policies are available on the VCC website at:
    https://www.vcc.ca/about/governance--policies/policies/.
  • To find out if there are existing transfer agreements for this course, visit the BC Transfer Guide at https://www.bctransferguide.ca.
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