Basics of Contact Lens FittingLaajuus (5 ECTS)

Objective

Students are able to describe the main features of the history of contact lenses. They know the structures and functions of the eye relevant to the use of contact lenses as well as restrictions on their use. Students can classify the main characteristics of the different lens materials and describe
the influence of the lens design on their optics and application. Students are able to evaluate the benefits and limitations of contact lenses as a vision correction. Students are able to determine the signs, symptoms and management options for contact lens complications. They know how to use the grading scales in assessing the anterior eye, and can identify indications and contraindications for the use of contact lenses based on the preliminary examination. Students can clean and care for contact lenses, and they know the most common contact lens solutions and their active ingredients. Students are able to choose the suitable lens type, soft or rigid, for their customer, as well as insert and remove contact lenses safely. They can assess the fit and suitability of soft contact lenses, and give appropriate instructions on how to use and care for the lenses.

Content

History of contact lenses, anatomy and physiology of the eye relevant to contact lens wear, limitations and benefits of contact lens use, eye examination in the contact lens fitting, lens materials, designs and optics. Selecting and fitting lenses, contact lens complications, grading scales, recommending contact lenses, contact lens solutions, teaching the use of contact lenses.

Qualifications

Function of the Eye and Refraction

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The student is able to:
- display learning in professional knowledge and core content in the field
- search information from a variety of sources
- work in various duties in a variety of operating environments
- show that he has achieved the targets for core competence
- display learning in the key safety practices in the field
- act according to ethical principles
- to contribute his learning for the benefit of a group or project

Assessment criteria, good (3)

The student is able to:
- use concepts and knowledge in his field systematically
- find information and assess and use information sources with a critical eye
- apply professional information in professional assignments
- apply professional expertise in various work assignments
- act independently and responsibly in professional contexts
- plan operations with safety in mind
- act according to professional ethics
- act purposefully in working groups and projects

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The student is able to:
- use concepts and knowledge in his field professionally
- argue the use of his sources - argue a course of action on the basis of research information or findings
- operate in a range of duties and work situations, also in international contexts
- to act in a way that is customeroriented and displays entrepreneurial spirit
- to act responsibly, taking safety issues into consideration
- argue his choices on the basis of professional ethics
- organise and manage the operation of a group and project

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

The student is able to:
- The student does not know or appreciate knowledge in the field sufficiently
- The student does not know or cannot use concepts in his field properly
- The student's professional level is insufficient
- The student is not acting in accordance with his training and guidance
- The student is not trying to develop himself or his actions
- The student is unconcerned about professional safety or ethical principles
- The student is not motivated by or participating in group or development work