Class Schedule

OMT160 Clinical Optics

Campus contacts

Presents basic optical principles and the human eye from both theoretical and practical standpoints. Explores prisms, basic dispensing, techniques for measuring types of lenses, Slit lamp biomicroscopy, retinoscopy and refractometry, and principles of low vision.

Introduces mathematics used in optical prescriptions, manufacturing and dispensing. Applies basic principles governing transmission of light and its interaction with optical media. Includes experimentation to visually inform the student of the laws of geometric optics. Prerequisites: (WR 115 and RD 115) or IRW 115 and MTH 20 or equivalent placement, and admission to the OMT Program or Program Director approval. Audit available. (See course content and outcomes.)

Credits: 4

Linked classes: linked classes allow you to schedule your lecture and lab independently. You must register for both CRNs at the same time.
CRNClass typeLocationDays & timeDatesSeats availableFacultyMore info
Lecture
Choose one of these classes.
15435OnlineNot applicableAvailable 24/7
From January 6 through March 22, 2025
Duanna VanCampBooks for CRN 15435
Class details for CRN 15435
Fees: $12
Lab
And also choose one of these classes.
15542In-personCascade JH 115
Monday
from 9 to 11:50am
From January 6 through March 17, 2025
Mina Hossein MemarBooks for CRN 15542
Class details for CRN 15542
Fees: $12
15543In-personCascade JH 115
Monday
from 1 to 3:50pm
From January 6 through March 22, 2025
Mina Hossein MemarBooks for CRN 15543
Class details for CRN 15543
Fees: $12

Class schedule definitions

Cost:
cost is based on the number of credits – see tuition and fees
Books:
$0 or <$40 means low cost books (doesn't include other supplies like calculators)
Register:
use the CRN to register in MyPCC – see how to register
Class types:
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  • In-person: classes take place at specific times and locations. Attendance in person is required.
  • Online: classes do not have meeting times. Regular online interaction is required and there are weekly assignments.
  • Remote: classes take place at specific times online. Students must be logged in during class meeting times.
  • In-person and remote: classes meet both in-person and remotely. Attendance at both is required.
  • In-person and online: classes meet in-person with additional online activities required.
  • Remote and online: classes meet remotely with additional online activities required.