Program admission level English, reading and math scores Introduces students to the operations involved in lens fabrication. Emphasis is placed on gaining knowledge of equipment requirements and developing surfacing and finishing techniques. Emphasis is placed on using specialized lens materials and multifocal surfacing and finishing techniques. OPD 102 Introduces students to the field of contact lenses. Emphasis is placed on the development of contact lenses to correct visual defects, types of contact lenses and consumer selection.
Emphasis is placed on gaining clinical experience in providing service to the eyewear consumer.
Emphasis is placed on fitting trial and proscribed lenses. Emphasis is placed on gaining clinical experience in providing service to the eyewear consumer. Emphasis is placed on reviewing types of contact lenses, fitting techniques and further development of associated skills. Emphasis is placed on reviewing optical theory, laboratory procedures, and further development of associated skills. Completion of all Program Courses Continues students' study of ophthalmic dispensing techniques.