ASP 425 - Universal Design

Description:
Proactive accessibility design for high incidence problems in commercial, leisure, occupational, and personal living spaces. Assistive technology, adapted architecture, differentiated activity. Standards for safety and equity. Legal precedents. Universal design for learning. ASP 425 and ASP 525 are layered courses; a student may not receive credit for both.

Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: admittance to the Accessibility Studies Program OR permission of the instructor or program director.

Credits: (5)

Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

Identify environmental, social, and cultural barriers to full participation by people of all abilities.
Recognize principles of universal design and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards in real world contexts.
Analyze the usability of environments and products by people of all abilities according to a universal design framework and ADA standards.
Propose practical design solutions based on universal design principles and ADA standards for access issues in a variety of environments.
Identify agents responsible for implementing and maintaining accessible environments and programs.
Explain the advantage for individuals and society of minimizing barriers by implementing principles of universal design to different audiences with different motives (e.g., social justice and risk management).
Communicate professionally and accessibly.

Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
10/06/22

Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
Fall Locations: Online Winter Locations: Online Spring Locations: Online Summer Locations: Online