An optician must accurately translate a doctor's written prescription into eyeglasses or contact lenses that are worn comfortably and satisfy the optical, physiological, cosmetic and lifestyle needs of the patient. Upon successful completion of the program, the student is eligible to apply for the state licensure examination to become a Licensed Dispensing Optician. Program admission level English, reading and math scores Introduces students to the eye-care field and the profession of Opticianry.
Emphasis is placed on the scope of activities performed by opticians.
Emphasis is placed on corneal metabolism and its accommodation of a contact lens. OPD 101 Introduces student to properties of light and the laws of geometrical optics. Emphasis is placed on understanding major theories of light and the principles of plane and curved surfaces of mirrors and lenses. 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.