Universal Design Inclusive Environments

Universal Design-Inclusive Environments focuses on the functionality, materiality and designed aesthetic of the built environment and how design decisions affect the quality of life experience of the end-users. This course engages students in better understanding a variety of physical and cognitive capabilities over a life span and how the built environment impacts our quality of life in both public and private spaces. Students also effectively interpret and implement a variety of project-specific codes and regulations that help to ensure the health, safety and welfare of the general public. (Studio Course – 6 contact hours per week) Offered annually. Prerequisites: passing the CUH-EID comprehensive exam & practicum, EID 321, or consent of the instructor.