Converging and Diverging Lens Course
This course teaches converging and diverging lenses using straightforward ray tracing, thin-lens equations, and real-life prescription examples. Students gain confidence in explaining optics, selecting materials, and designing lenses for accurate, high-quality vision correction in everyday applications.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
Gain expertise in converging and diverging lenses through this targeted course connecting key formulas, ray diagrams, and practical eyeglass prescriptions. Study lens maker and thin lens formulas, sign rules, and lens power, then use them for precise ray descriptions, material selection, high-index lenses, and patient explanations to communicate effectively, verify calculations, and decide on lenses confidently.
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Develop skills
- Master lens equations to quickly calculate focal length, power, and image location.
- Conduct ray tracing to forecast real and virtual images with converging lenses.
- Evaluate diverging lenses to find virtual images and determine magnification.
- Choose lens materials by weighing refractive index, thickness, weight, and clarity.
- Clearly interpret prescriptions by explaining myopia and hyperopia optics to patients.
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