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Key to Course Descriptions
Abbreviations
(C) City Campus
(N) North Campus
(S) South Campus
F Fall
S Spring
F/S Fall and Spring
SS Summer Session
F+ Offered every other Fall
S+ Offered every other Spring
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Course Descriptions by Curriculum
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Ophthalmic Dispens | | | | OD-100 | | OPHTHALMIC DISPEN I | | Introduction to opticianry including organizations and licensing requirements, basic anatomy of the eye, eye planes, and interocular distances, refractive errors and visual acuity testing, frame parts and materials, the boxing system and decentration of single vision lenses. F (N) | | | | OD-105 | | INTRODUCTION TO APPLIED OPTICS | | An introductory level course in applied optics and opticianry which includes the following topics: evolution of the eye care field, ophthalmic lenses and materials, frame design, basic anatomy and physiology of the eye, visual acuity, basic geometric optics, absorptive lenses, and introduction to contact lenses. This course is recommended for general studies students with an interest in opticianry. Prerequisite: None. F/S (N) | | | | OD-110 | | OPHTHALMIC LENSES I | | The history, development, and manufacture of ophthalmic glass and the requirements of quality lens materials. A study of basic lens materials and their development to the present state-of-the-art; the visible spectrum and the effect of lenses on light rays. Single vision lens power analysis including spherical, spherocylinder, and prism lenses. Formulas based on lens construction and function are included. The most current lens catalogs are utilized for information and data. F (N) | | | | OD-133 | | INTRO TO CONTACT LENS LAB | | A course designed to assist the student in understanding the history, development, and manufacturing of contact lenses. Anatomical data of the eye with emphasis on the tears, lids, and cornea will be outlined. Indications, contraindications, and patient selection will be identified. Description of lens parameters, rigid and flexible, will be outlined. Usage of instrumentation and development of psychomotor skills will be emphasized. F(N) | | | | OD-142 | | CONTACT LENSES I | | Introduction to the instruments used in contact lens fitting, with special emphasis given to the keratometer and biomicroscope. Use of the radiuscope, diameter gauge, thickness gauge, and magnifier. Fitting of contact lenses with the emphasis on rigid lenses and soft lenses. Prerequisite: OD 231; concurrent: OD 331. | | | | OD-143 | | LAB FOR OD 142 | | To be taken concurrently with OD 330. S(N) | | | | OD-150 | | OPHTHALMIC DISPEN II | | Introduction to prism in the ophthalmic lens including decentration, deviation, and vertical imbalance. Single vision and multifocal prescription analysis including the application of bifocals, trifocals, progressive lenses, and vocational lenses. The availability and use of specialty ophthalmic frames. Prerequisite: OD 100 or approval of instructor. S (N) | | | | OD-155 | | OPHTHALMIC FAB. LAB. I | | An orientation to laboratory facilities required to produce finished eyewear. Instruction will include, but not be limited to, the following: laboratory safety, lensometer usage, hand beveling, boxing system, lens layout, diamond bevel edging, basic bench alignment, and tool usage. S (N) | | | | OD-160 | | OPHTHALMIC LENSES II | | A study of multifocal lens design and construction. In-depth evaluation of all multifocals, including bifocals, trifocals, double segment lenses, progressive and blended lenses. Discussion of lens tints, colors, coatings, filtering lenses, occupation, and sports lenses. Formulas applicable to lens functions are included. Current lens catalogs are utilized for information and data. Prerequisite: OD 110 or instructor approval. S (N) | | | | OD-200 | | OPHTHALMIC DISPEN II | | Introduction to prism in the ophthalmic lens including decentration, deviation, and vertical imbalance. Single vision and multifocal prescription analysis including the application of bifocals, trifocals, progressive lenses, and vocational lenses. The availability and use of specialty ophthalmic frames. Prerequisite: OD 100 or approval of instructor. S (N) | | | | OD-210 | | OPHTHALMIC LENSES II | | A study of multifocal lens design and construction. In-depth evaluation of all multifocals, including bifocals, trifocals, double segment lenses, progressive and blended lenses. Discussion of lens tints, colors, coatings, filtering lenses, occupation, and sports lenses. Formulas applicable to lens functions are included. Current lens catalogs are utilized for information and data. Prerequisite: OD 110 or instructor approval. S (N) | | | | OD-231 | | INTRO TO CONTACT LENS LAB | | A course designed to assist the student in understanding the history, development, and manufacturing of contact lenses. Anatomical data of the eye with emphasis on the tears, lids, and cornea will be outlined. Indications, contraindications, and patient selection will be identified. Description of lens parameters, rigid and flexible, will be outlined. Usage of instrumentation and development of psychomotor skills will be emphasized. F(N) | | | | OD-232 | | CONTACT LENSES II | | Continuation of OD 330. Special emphasis will be given to special lens designs including bifocals, soft toric, keratoconus, and therapeutic lenses. Continuation of the use of all instruments vital in the fitting of all contact lenses. Over-refraction procedures will be included. Prerequisite: Concurrent registration in OD 431. F (N) | | | | OD-233 | | LAB FOR OD232 | | Practical applications of OD 430. To be taken concurrently with OD 430. F (N) | | | | OD-240 | | OPHTHALMIC DISP III | | Instruction will include, but not be limited to, the following: Review of OD 200; Preparation for the A.B.O. examination; Determining positional lens power; The preliminary eye examination including the correction of refractive errors and the use of ophthalmic equipment; accommodation and convergence ratios; segment and add power determination and Aniseikonia. Other topics include absorptive lenses and the use of specialty coatings and lenses. Prerequisites: OD 200, OD 210, or permission of instructor. F (N) | | | | OD-243 | | CONTACT LENS CLINIC PRACTICE | | The actual fitting of contact lens patient including prefitting, evaluation, delivery and follow-up care. Prerequisite: OD 430 and OD 431 | | | | OD-245 | | OPHTHALMIC FAB II LAB | | Review of OD 251 (boxing system, frame catalogs, lensometer usage, diamond bevel edging, lens standards). Fabrication of more complex prescriptions including prism and multifocals with varied frame materials and lens enhancements. Tool usage on zyl and metal frames. Prerequisites: OD 251. F (N) | | | | OD-246 | | OPHTH DISP LAB. I | | The student will use lens neutralizing instruments; determine the method and use of devices to measure pupillary distances; record the spectacle order; and use ophthalmic pliers and tools in adjusting eyewear. Basic dispensing procedures include single vision, multifocal, prism and anisometropic prescription analysis. Clinical practice fitting and dispensing. Prerequisites:OD 200, OD 210, DO 251, and OD 300 or taken concurrently. F (N) | | | | OD-247 | | OPHTHALMIC OPTICS ELECTIVE | | Advanced study of the theory and concepts of ophthalmic lenses, instruments, and the human eye as an integral part of ophthalmic dispensing. Instruction shall include, but not be limited to: the human eye (ametropia, depth of focus), telescopes, loupes, magnifiers, color perception, visual spectrum, UV an IR absorption, thick and thin lenses, and review for licensing exam. Prerequisites: PH 170 and PH 172. S (N) | | | | OD-250 | | OPHTHALMIC DISPEN IV | | Instruction will include, but not be limited to, the following: Continuation of general opticianry practice with special emphasis on aphakic vision problems, analysis of complex and unusual vision prescriptions. Topics will also include common eye diseases and disorders, refractive surgical techniques and the use of lasers, and the types and causes of visual field defects. Prerequisite: OD 300 or permission of the instructor. S (N) | | | | OD-251 | | OPHTHALMIC FAB. LAB. | | An orientation to laboratory facilities required to produce finished eyewear. Instruction will include, but not be limited to, the following: laboratory safety, lensometer usage, hand beveling, boxing system, lens layout, diamond bevel edging, basic bench alignment, and tool usage. S (N) | | | | OD-255 | | OPHTHALMIC FAB LAB III | | A review and continuation of OD 351. Instruction will include, but not be limited to, the following: minor frame repair projects, rimlon mountings, and a variety of more complex projects to fabricate. Prerequisite: OD 351. S (N) | | | | OD-256 | | OPHTH DISP LAB. II | | The continuation of clinical practice in the dispensing of all types of spectacles. Analysis of complex and unusual prescriptions and the dispensing procedures in these cases. Instruction in fitting special types of spectacles, including cataract, bicentric, vocational, avocational, sports, safety, and others. Frames analysis for the patients needs dependent upon intended use and present-day vogue. Vertex distance measurements and prescription compensation procedures will be discussed. Prerequisites: OD 301. Concurrent registration in OD 461. S (N) | | | | OD-261 | | GEN DISPEN PRACTICE | | A course in agency observation, study, and participation, aimed at orienting the student optician to a specific field work assignment with emphasis on supervised participation in the work of the ophthalmic dispensing agency. In addition to observing, reporting, and recording, there is a practical application of minor and major ophthalmic dispensing skills in an actual ophthalmic dispensing setting. Prerequisite: OD 301; OD 401 taken concurrently. S (N) (Out-clinic) | | | | OD-264 | | OPHTHALMIC PRACTICE MANAGEMENT | | Presentation and discussion of basic procedures applied in present-day ophthalmic dispensing practices. Major emphasis is on communicating with patients, positioning in the profession and management techniques. S (N) | | | | OD-275 | | INTRO PRINCIPLES OF REFRACTION | | A course designed to assist the student in the study of clinical refraction of the eye. Topics include: etiology, types, causes, symptoms, testing, and treatment of eye abnormalities; accommodation and presbyopia; versions and vergences; anisometropia and aniseikonia; external examination, preliminary, and subjective tests; retinoscopy; twenty-one point refractive examination. Prerequisite: Successful completion of first, second, and third-semester Ophthalmic Dispensing courses. S(N) | | | | OD-276 | | PRINCIPLES OF REFRACTION I | | A course designed to assist the student in the study and application of clinical refraction of the eye. It is designed for licensed opticians and opticianry students in understanding the application of a vision examination. Prerequisite: The student must be either (a) licensed optician or (b) student registered in an opticianry program in NYS. F/S (N) | | | | OD-277 | | PRINCIPLES OF REFRACTION II | | A COURSE DESIGNED TO ASSIST THE STUDENT IN THE STUDY AND APPLICATION OF CLINICAL REFRACTION OF THE EYE. IT IS DESIGNED FOR LICENSED OPTICIAN AND OPTICIANRY STUDENTS IN UNDERSTANDING THE APPLICATION OF A VISION EXAMINATION. PREREQUISITE: THE STUDENT MUST HAVE SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETED OD 501 AND MUST BE EITHER (A) A LICENSED OPTICIAN OR (B) A STUDENT REGISTERED IN AN OPTICIANRY PROGRAM IN NYS. | | | | OD-283 | | ADVANCED CONTACT LENS LAB I ELECTIVE | | Practical applications of contact lens course. Topics include modifications of contact lenses, over-refraction of contact lenses, RGP lens fitting, office management, and problem solving techniques. Prerequisites: OD 430 and OD 431. S (N) | | | | OD-300 | | OPHTHALMIC DISP III | | Instruction will include, but not be limited to, the following: Review of OD 200; Preparation for the A.B.O. examination; Determining positional lens power; The preliminary eye examination including the correction of refractive errors and the use of ophthalmic equipment; accommodation and convergence ratios; segment and add power determination and Aniseikonia. Other topics include absorptive lenses and the use of specialty coatings and lenses. Prerequisites: OD 200, OD 210, or permission of instructor. F (N) | | | | OD-330 | | CONTACT LENSES I | | Introduction to the instruments used in contact lens fitting, with special emphasis given to the keratometer and biomicroscope. Use of the radiuscope, diameter gauge, thickness gauge, and magnifier. Fitting of contact lenses with the emphasis on rigid lenses and soft lenses. Prerequisite: OD 231; concurrent: OD 331. | | | | OD-331 | | LAB. FOR OD330 | | To be taken concurrently with OD 330. S(N) | | | | OD-351 | | OPHTHALMIC FAB II LAB | | Review of OD 251 (boxing system, frame catalogs, lensometer usage, diamond bevel edging, lens standards). Fabrication of more complex prescriptions including prism and multifocals with varied frame materials and lens enhancements. Tool usage on zyl and metal frames. Prerequisites: OD 251. F (N) | | | | OD-400 | | OPHTHALMIC DISPEN IV | | Instruction will include, but not be limited to, the following: Continuation of general opticianry practice with special emphasis on aphakic vision problems, analysis of complex and unusual vision prescriptions. Topics will also include common eye diseases and disorders, refractive surgical techniques and the use of lasers, and the types and causes of visual field defects. Prerequisite: OD 300 or permission of the instructor. S (N) | | | | OD-401 | | OPHTH DISP LAB. II | | The continuation of clinical practice in the dispensing of all types of spectacles. Analysis of complex and unusual prescriptions and the dispensing procedures in these cases. Instruction in fitting special types of spectacles, including cataract, bicentric, vocational, avocational, sports, safety, and others. Frames analysis for the patients needs dependent upon intended use and present-day vogue. Vertex distance measurements and prescription compensation procedures will be discussed. Prerequisites: OD 301. Concurrent registration in OD 461. S (N) | | | | OD-430 | | CONTACT LENSES II | | Continuation of OD 330. Special emphasis will be given to special lens designs including bifocals, soft toric, keratoconus, and therapeutic lenses. Continuation of the use of all instruments vital in the fitting of all contact lenses. Over-refraction procedures will be included. Prerequisite: Concurrent registration in OD 431. F (N) | | | | OD-431 | | LAB. FOR OD430 | | Practical applications of OD 430. To be taken concurrently with OD 430. F (N) | | | | OD-441 | | CONTACT LENS CLINIC PRACTICE | | The actual fitting of contact lens patient including prefitting, evaluation, delivery and follow-up care. Prerequisite: OD 430 and OD 431 | | | | OD-452 | | OPHTHALMIC FABRICATION III | | A review and continuation of OD 351. Instruction will include, but not be limited to, the following: minor frame repair projects, rimlon mountings, and a variety of more complex projects to fabricate. Prerequisite: OD 351. S (N) | | | | OD-461 | | GEN DISPEN PRACTICE | | A course in agency observation, study, and participation, aimed at orienting the student optician to a specific field work assignment with emphasis on supervised participation in the work of the ophthalmic dispensing agency. In addition to observing, reporting, and recording, there is a practical application of minor and major ophthalmic dispensing skills in an actual ophthalmic dispensing setting. Prerequisite: OD 301; OD 401 taken concurrently. S (N) (Out-clinic) | | | | OD-464 | | OPHTHALMIC PRACTICE MANAGEMENT | | Presentation and discussion of basic procedures applied in present-day ophthalmic dispensing practices. Major emphasis is on communicating with patients, positioning in the profession and management techniques. S (N) | | | | OD-500 | | INTRO PRINCIPLES OF REFRACTION | | A course designed to assist the student in the study of clinical refraction of the eye. Topics include: etiology, types, causes, symptoms, testing, and treatment of eye abnormalities; accommodation and presbyopia; versions and vergences; anisometropia and aniseikonia; external examination, preliminary, and subjective tests; retinoscopy; twenty-one point refractive examination. Prerequisite: Successful completion of first, second, and third-semester Ophthalmic Dispensing courses. S(N) | | | | OD-531 | | ADVANCED CONTACT LENS LAB | | Practical applications of contact lens course. Topics include modifications of contact lenses, over-refraction of contact lenses, RGP lens fitting, office management, and problem solving techniques. Prerequisites: OD 430 and OD 431. S (N) | | |
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