IDeA Universal Design E-World Online Training Course - UD and Housing 2: Design Applications (05/23/2016 - 06/19/2016)

Date/Time: Start Date: 05/23/2016 | End Date: 06/19/2016​

Location: Online

Description: This course provides tools and examples to help architects introduce accessibility and design for aging in place into new and existing communities without compromising aesthetic character and other design goals. The course provides resources for architects and urban designers to help them create accessible neighborhoods, blocks, lots, and homes. The course illustrates how the goals of universal design are compatible with the goals of developing livable, healthy, and sustainable neighborhoods. Examples demonstrate how universal design is possible in many different types of neighborhoods and housing forms, including traditional neighborhood and housing design.

Our online courses are for everyone: advocates, builders and contractors, planners, architects, occupational and physical therapists, and policymakers. Our expert staff will give anyone interested in the universal design of places, products, and systems the foundation needed to recognize, understand, appreciate, apply, and advocate for universal design in their homes, offices, and communities. The courses address the principles and knowledge bases relevant to solving many design problems using case studies to demonstrate the value of universal design.

All courses supplement their textbook (sold separately) with online video lectures (provided with transcripts), additional reading material, exams, projects, and a discussion board that connects students from around the world. Students will study independently while the instructor acts as guide and facilitator, assisting students with their studies and projects, and reviewing the progress of each student.

Students should expect to complete about 15 hours of work over a 4-week period. The course is asynchronous so there are no required sign in times. Students who complete all course materials will receive a certificate of completion for each course completed and a special certificate for completing all 11 courses. U.S. Architects will receive 15 hours of CEU credit (HSW) for completing qualifying courses.

Registration

• Registration Deadline - May 20, 2016

• Cost - $250 (USD), plus cost of textbook (sold separately)

• CEUs - U.S. Architects will receive 15 HSW CEU credits

• Visit the event website to register