Online Courses Handbook 2003

304201 v.2 Graduate Certificate in Universal Design

Introduction
A built environment based on Universal Design principles is one in which all users are able to function and participate in everyday activities safely and effectively, according to their ability, without confronting avoidable factors such as poor design, management or maintenance. This course focuses on examining the needs and addressing the issues faced by all users, including those with physical impairments, sensory impairments, or learning difficulties, either on a permanent or temporary basis. It explores the needs of the rapidly increasing numbers of elderly people with a range of disabling conditions. It allows professionals not trained in architecture or the building industry to study construction related areas which they are often required to address, but for which they currently receive little formal training. Conversely, building industry and design professionals will benefit from an awareness of human factors.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites
A degree from a relevant descipline or a diploma with a minimum of five years work experience in the field of access for the aged and or disabled.

Recognition of Prior Learning
Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis.

Duration and Availability
This fee paying course is one year part-time study and can only be undertaken on a non standard semester basis.

Course Organisation
The course is delivered by lecture and workshop mode which may include block weekend teaching.

Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other vital study materials. In addition, students may also need to contribute some of the cost of consumables, which varies depending on the area of study.

Course Structure Hrs/Wk Credit

Year 1 Semester 1

304007 v.2 Design Research Methods 595 3.0 25.0

304206 v.2 Human Environment 501 2.0 25.0

304207 v.2 The Built Environment 502 2.0 25.0

304209 v.2 Practical Project 504 2.0 25.0

100.0