OPTH 2101
Ophthalmic Technician I
4 Credit Hours

Students will be introduced to the profession of ophthalmic technician, including education on career options in optometry/ophthalmology. Basic eye care assistant knowledge and skills will be expanded on and intermediate skills introduced. Concepts such as clinical optics and biometry will be introduced. (3 lecture hours, 8 clinical hours)

OPTH 2102
Ophthalmic Technician II
5 Credit Hours

Students will expand their skills of clinical optics and biometry. Students will also be introduced to various eye diseases and disease processes. (4 lecture hours, 8 clinical hours)

Prerequisite: OPTH 2101 with a grade of C or better, or equivalent.

OPTH 2103
Ophthalmic Technician III
5 Credit Hours

Ophthalmic technician III will be a culmination of information and skills learned as an eye care assistant and ophthalmic technician. Introduction of systemic diseases and how they effect the eyes will be discussed. Preparation for the Certified Ophthalmic Technician examination is included. (4 lecture hours, 8 clinical hours)

Prerequisite: OPTH 2102 with a grade of C or better, or equivalent.