HSCI 301 - Refracting Skills 1

Description
This course introduces learners to the principles and techniques of automated and manual refraction. Students will learn to assess visual acuity, identify refractive errors, and operate key instruments such as phoropters, trial frames, retinoscopes, and autorefractors. Topics include professional practice limitations, optical concepts, subjective vs objective refraction, and prescription bench-marking. Learners will evaluate patient health and lifestyle factors, refine prescriptions, and develop care plans to support visual comfort and adaptation. This course also covers near vision assessment, presbyopic solutions, and strategies for recommending and communicating final prescriptions.

3 Credits

Time Guidelines
The standard instructional time for this course is 45 hours.

Prerequisites

PRCT 252