OPT 102 - Optical Materials Theory I

    Recent Professors
    Lorraine M. Champlain
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Fall 2025
    Class Size
    Not published
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    None.
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of OPT 102
    Transfers To
    Not transferable
    Description
    In this course, students are introduced to the study of optical theory, principles of optics, ophthalmic lens characteristics and design. Students will learn the arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and trigonometry necessary to evaluate optical formulas. Topics include applying the metric system, intermediate and advanced optical calculations, theories of light, refractive errors, lens measurement, refraction, refractive errors, tilts, face form, lens aberrations, lens reflection, image formation, absorption, transmission, and American National Standards Institute (ANSI) as it relates to the Optical and Optometry environment.