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CURRICULUM COURSE DESCRIPTIONS 353
OPH-109 Ophtha Optics & Basic Refract 2 (2-0-0) F
Prerequisites: OPH-150, OPH-151
Corequisites: None
This course introduces basic theoretical and clinical optics. Topics include interaction
of light and lenses, refractive states of the eye, and principles of retinoscopy and
refractometry. Upon completion, the student will demonstrate physical and geometric
optics, and basic refractometry techniques. (2012 SP)
OPH-110 Op Med Asst Practicum II 9 (0-0-27) S
Prerequisites: OPH-106, OPH-150, OPH-151
Corequisites: None
This course provides additional clinical experience in ophthalmic patient care
procedures. Topics include interpersonal skills with patients, work and legal ethics,
confidentiality, appearance, and performance. Upon completion, the student will
demonstrate basic skills in patient care and examination techniques. (2012 SP)
OPH-150 Intro to Ophth Med Assist 2 (2-0-0) SS
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: OPH-151
This course introduces the role, scope, and duties of the opthalmic assistant. Topics
include medical ethics, duties of assistant, medical history, basic medical
terminology, and an overview of human anatomy and physiology. Upon completion,
students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of medical history taking,
preliminary patient examination, basic ophthalmic equipment, and office efficiency.
(2000 FA)
OPH-151 Ocular Anat. & Physiology 2 (2-0-0) SS
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: OPH-150
This course studies the normal anatomy and physiology of eye and orbit. Topics
include structures of the eye, functioning process of the eye and correct medical
terminology of the structures and functions of the eye. Upon completion, the student
should demonstrate a basic understanding and fundamental principles of anatomy and
physiology of the eye. (1999 FA)
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OST-080 Keyboarding Literacy 2 (1-2) FS
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course is designed to develop elementary keyboarding skills. Emphasis is placed
on mastery of the keyboard. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate
basic proficiency in keyboarding. (1998 SP)
OST-131 Keyboarding 2 (1-2) FS
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course covers basic keyboarding skills. Emphasis is placed on the touch system,
correct techniques, and development of speed and accuracy. Upon completion,
students should be able to key at an acceptable speed and accuracy level using the
touch system. (1997 SU)