IDeA Universal Design E-World Online Training Course - UD and Housing 1: Policy and Trends (05/10/2019 - 06/07/2019)

Date/Time: Start Date: May 10, 2019 | End Date: June 7, 2019

Location: Online Course

Description: This course is an introduction to the basics of accessible design and building codes and standards for housing. The course provides an overview of accessible housing policies, such as the set-aside approach and adaptable housing, as well as important trends in housing policy such as visitability. Students explore the needs of aging individuals in the housing market and the importance of the neighborhood in the universal design of housing.

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this course, participants will be able to…

1. Identify the limitations of the set-aside approach to accessibility in U.S. housing.

2. Describe and explain the differences between the characteristics of adaptable housing, visitability, and lifespan design.

3. Describe the process and importance of de-institutionalization of housing for people with disabilities and other groups using examples from community-based rehabilitation and “normalization.”

4. Explain the importance of neighborhood context in universal housing in relation to traditional neighborhood development.

Syllabus

For information on student responsibilities, grading, and credits, see the course syllabus.

Registration Information

• Dates/Times: Students will be responsible for completing 15 hours of work during a 4-week window (May 10 – June 7, 2019). There are no required sign in times; however, there are established due dates by which work must be completed.

• Textbook: Universal Design: Creating Inclusive Environments (Sold separately at: Wiley | Amazon)

• CEUs: U.S. Architects will receive 15 HSW CEUs.