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OPH 1010

INTRODUCTION TO OPHTHALMIC TECHNOLOGY, MEDICAL LAW AND ETHICS (2 cr.)

This course introduces you to ophthalmology, including the role of the ophthalmic technician, duties and responsibilities of the ophthalmic technician, basic ocular examination techniques, measurement of visual acuities, basic lensometry, identification and usage of ophthalmic equipment, maintenance of ophthalmic examination lanes and special testing areas, ethics and privacy and confidentiality (HIPAA).