OPHTHALMIC DISPENSING I

About this Course

  • 26 students enrolled
  • 8 instructors

Course Description

This MOOC aims to introduce learners to the basic concept of ophthalmic lens power and decentration prior to lens edging. Learners will also have the opportunity to understand about the fundamental concept of spectacle dispensing procedures for single vision lenses and the adjustment methods of the spectacle frame.

Course Learning Outcomes

1 ) Demonstrate autonomous learning from broad range of information through digital sourcing on troubleshooting tips for lens edging procedure.
2 ) Calculate the lens power and decentration needed prior to lens edging procedure.

Course Details

STATUS : Open
DURATION : FLEXIBLE
EFFORT : 1 hour per week for 13 weeks
MODE : 100% Online
COURSE LEVEL : Beginner
LANGUAGE : English
CLUSTER : Science & Technology ( ST )

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 Syllabus

- Characteristics of ophthalmic lenses
- Characteristics of frame types

- Method for quantifying and measuring lens power
- Transposition method

- Lens decentration in a spectacle
- Prismatic effect in a spectacle

- Issues related to frame fit
- Methods of frame adjustment

- Process of dispensing single vision lenses with different frame types
- Potential issues that could occur during the dispensing process and how to address them

Our Instructor

NURULAIN BINTI MUHAMAD

 Course Instructor
UiTM Kampus Puncak Alam

DR. NUR SABRINA BINTI SUBRI

 Course Instructor
UiTM Kampus Puncak Alam

DR. NOOR HALILAH BINTI BUARI

 Course Instructor
UiTM Kampus Puncak Alam

SHAZ'AIN BINTI RAZAK

 Course Instructor
UiTM Kampus Puncak Alam

FATIN NUR NAJWA BINTI NORAZMAN

 Course Instructor
UiTM Kampus Puncak Alam

DR. NOOR HAZIQ BIN SALIMAN

 Course Instructor
UiTM Kampus Puncak Alam

 Frequently Asked Questions

A1 : This course is a self-registered course. Once you click 'join the course', you will be automatically registered for this course.

A2 : This course is useful for anyone who have interest in understanding ophthalmic lenses and frames, particularly those who work or will be working in ophthalmic industry or optometry field.

A3 : This is a self-paced course, where you can complete the course at your own pace. There is no deadline for you to complete the course, but a certificate will be awarded upon completion of the course.