Universal and User-Driven Design (10cr)

Objectives

The student learns to observe and analyse the operation limitations of the built environment. The student knows the environmental demands and related legislation concerning people with disabilities. The student is trained to solve environmental problems in both traditional and innovative ways. The student is equipped to utilise the applications of assistive technology to adapt the built environment better to suit people with disabilities and has the ability to understand the environmental preconditions set by the use of instruments. The student is familiar with the operating principles of the building trade and can affect building both in the planning, building and adjustment stages.

Content

Disabled people
Most common operation limitations in built environments
Legislation and guidelines requiring and promoting accessible environments
Characteristics of accessible environment
Technical instruments helping moving and other activities
Building process, agreement practices and influence channels
Visions of the environment
Design for all thinking

Further information

The study module is 5 cr and the students of the health care and social services can perform the attachment which is either 5 or 10 cr.