vcc.ca

OPTC 2350: Consolidated Practice Experience: Contact Lenses 

Effective date

September 2023 

Department

Optician Diploma 

School

Continuing Studies 
 




Description

During the consolidated practice experience, students will apply theoretical knowledge in the optical workplace with a focus on contact lenses. Students will receive exposure to the day-to-day operations of the workplace as well as experience in professional behaviour, patient care and instrumentation under the direct supervision of an optician, optometrist or ophthalmologist. This practice experience allows students to build on knowledge and skills gained in terms one, two and three. 

Credits

4.0 

Year of study

2nd Year Post-secondary 

Prerequisites

OPTC 2310, OPTC 2320, OPTC 2340. 

Corequisites

None 

Course Learning Outcomes

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

Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)

None 

Hours

Practicum, Self-Paced, Individual Learning: 120
Total Hours: 120
 

Instructional Strategies

A designated mentor will guide and encourage students to apply their knowledge, insight and skills in a professional setting. The student and mentor work closely together, and instructors will collaborate with the mentor and student to help facilitate the practice experience. 

Grading System

Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory 

Passing grade

S  
 

Evaluation Plan

Type

Percentage

Assessment activity

Assignments 

S/U 

Complete all assignment requirements and pass a final review 

Attendance 

S/U 

Based on 90% attendance and rubric 

Participation 

S/U 

Based on rubric 

 

 

Students must achieve a satisfactory grade on all evaluations in order to be successful in the course. 

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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