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Opticianry Science
Technical Diploma — Downtown Milwaukee Campus
Program code: 30-516-3
This curriculum goes into effect starting with the summer 2008 semester.
Program curriculum requirements are subject to change.
Overview: The Opticianry Science technical diploma program is designed to prepare you to fabricate and dispense corrective lenses from written prescriptions or duplication of existing eyewear. This program includes surfacing, finishing, dispensing and business techniques needed in retail optical establishments, wholesale laboratories and private practice environments. An externship component of the program and the on-campus dispensary provide actual experience in a working situation. This program may be taken on a part-time basis.
Career Outlook: Employment opportunities in this occupation are expected to increase faster than the average for all occupations. Public awareness of the importance of good eyesight and vision screening is increasing. For additional career information, visit www.visionchannel.net/optician.shtml.
Career Preparation and Expected Learning Outcomes — When you graduate from this program, employers will expect you to be able to:
- Lay out, grind, fine and polish ophthalmic lenses
- Machine and hand-edge lenses
- Tint hard resin lenses
- Insert lenses into a variety of frames
- Duplicate prescriptions from existing glasses
- Verify finished prescriptions for accuracy
- Adjust and fit optical devices to patients and repair ophthalmic frames
- Display a knowledge and understanding of contact lens theory, design and use
- Demonstrate an understanding of optical business procedures
- Demonstrate knowledge of legal and ethical standards
Preparation for Admission — The following is required for admission to the program:
- A high school diploma or GED
- Demonstration of proficiency in basic skills through a course placement assessment
- Good health as evidenced by a medical examination
- Documentation that the Essential Job Functions have been reviewed. This is in keeping with the requirements of the federal Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA)
- Documentation of proper immunizations
The ability to apply technical knowledge to relevant tasks contributes to the success of the dispensing optician. In addition, the optician must be able to deal with the public on a professional level and possess strong written and oral communication skills, manual dexterity and sound judgment. A neat, well-groomed appearance and conscientious work habits are also required.
Future Opportunities: Graduates can sit for the American Board of Opticianry competency examination and/or National Contact Lens Examination.
For more information, call 414-297-MATC.
Curriculum effective 2008-2009.
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SIXTEEN-WEEK TERMS |
Credits |
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Hours |
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OPTSCI-110 |
Optical Theory and Principles |
2 |
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2r |
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OPTSCI-111 |
Orientation to Ophthalmic Dispensing |
3 |
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3r |
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OPTSCI-112 |
Ocular Anatomy and Physiology |
2 |
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2r |
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OPTSCI-113 |
Lab Procedures--Surfacing ‡ (8 weeks) |
3 |
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2r 6s |
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OPTSCI-114 |
Lab Procedures--Finishing (8 weeks) |
3 |
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2r 6s |
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MATH-106 |
Introduction to College Math ‡ |
3 |
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2r 2s |
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OR |
MATH-100 Math Concepts |
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OPTSCI-115 |
Introduction to Contacts ‡ |
3 |
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2r 3s |
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OPTSCI-116 |
Optical Business Management |
3 |
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3r |
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OPTSCI-117 |
Optical Clinic - Advanced Lab and Dispensary Techniques ‡ |
4 |
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1r 9s |
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OPTSCI-118 |
Opthalmic Externship ‡ |
3 |
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12o |
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OPTSCI-119 |
ABO Certification Review |
2 |
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2r |
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TOTAL CREDITS: 31 |
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Hours per Week: r = lecture, s = lab, o = other
Program curriculum requirements are subject to change.
For course descriptions, class times and locations or to register online, visit INFOnline.
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