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OPTC 1140: Eyeglasses Theory
Effective date
May 2022
Department
Optician Diploma
School
Continuing Studies
Description
In this extensive course, students investigate all aspects of eyeglass production and delivery to the client. This course provides a comprehensive overview of lens theory, interpretation of prescriptions, types of materials and an introduction to the instruments of the trade. Students learn the variety of lens and frame selections along with the manufacturing process. Conducting patient assessments and documentation is explored along with methods of patient teaching. Finally, students learn how to evaluate eyeglasses and how to provide follow up care to patients.
Credits
8.0
Year of study
1st Year Post-secondary
Prerequisites
OPTC 1110, OPTC 1130.
Corequisites
None
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Discuss relevant and current knowledge of physiology, lens theory, and solutions to the fabrication of ophthalmic appliances
- Obtain relevant patient optical and health history
- Recommend appropriate ophthalmic appliances, taking into consideration visual, vocational, and avocational needs
- Identify ophthalmic instruments used to perform measurements and assessments for eyeglasses fitting
- Identify best lens options for patients based on prescription and frame choice, including specialized frames
- Compare and contrast lens designs, materials and manufacturing methods
- Calculate and determine direction of induced and unwanted prism
- Explain the steps of verification and neutralization
- Explain the process of evaluating completed eyeglass products
- Discuss appropriate teaching methods to promote optimal ocular health
- Discuss follow up care for patients with eyeglasses
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
None
Hours
Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 120
Total Hours: 120
Total Hours: 120
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 |
15 |
Worksheets |
|
Quizzes/Tests |
25 |
Weekly Quizzes |
|
Assignments |
10 |
Comprehensive Patient Profile and and Analysis |
|
Assignments |
10 |
Successful Workbook Completion |
|
Final Exam |
30 |
Comprehensive Final Exam |
|
Participation |
10 |
Class participation based on rubric |
Course topics
- Preparing recommendations (lens and frames design, prescriptions, multi focal and single vision) Safety eyewear Manufacturing processes Interpreting prescriptions Ophthalmic instruments Systemic disease and ocular impact Aniseikonia Strabismus Calculations and prisms Progressives, bifocals and multifocals Anisometropia Patient measurements (pupillary distance measurements, fitting frame to patient) Standard alignment Adjusting frames Lens edging, mounting and spotting Repairs Neutralizing lenses Ordering and verification of lenses Evaluating completed eyeglasses ANSI standards (American National Standards Institute) Conducting patient assessments Record keeping Follow up care
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.
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.