Explores soft and gas permeable contact lens fitting philosophies, tolerances, and designs. Develops the student’s patient evaluation skills, patient training skills, and skills for evaluating the fit and verification of contact lenses. Introduces presbyopic, pediatric and extended wear options.

Lecture Hours: Lecture 3 hours per week.
Recitation and Laboratory Hours: Laboratory 2 hours per week.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall Only
Prerequisites: OPT 273 or equivalent.
Notes: An additional career and technical education course specific fee of $50.00 per credit hour applies to this course. The price is discounted 50% to $25.00 per credit hour for the 2026-2027 academic year only.

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