POR2ATD
ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY AND USER CENTRED DESIGN
POR2ATD
2021
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this subject, students will explore the role of assistive technology within the disability sector and the importance of a user focused centred approach. Principles of user centred design and engagement will be presented with a focus on effective assistive technology delivery, including the broader context and principles of disability funding and the National Disability Insurance Scheme. Students will engage with a range of assistive technology and user groups within the disability context to develop an insightful understanding of the priorities and goals of people living with disability.
SchoolAllied Health, Human Services & Sport
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorAnthony Francis
Available to Study Abroad/Exchange StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 2 - UG
Available as ElectiveNo
Learning ActivitiesN/A
Capstone subjectNo
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Prerequisites Must be admitted in HHPRO
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Quota Management StrategyN/A
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Special conditionsN/A
Minimum credit point requirementN/A
Assumed knowledgeN/A
Career Ready
Career-focusedNo
Work-based learningNo
Self sourced or Uni sourcedN/A
Entire subject or partial subjectN/A
Total hours/days requiredN/A
Location of WBL activity (region)N/A
WBL addtional requirementsN/A
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Melbourne (Bundoora), 2021, Semester 2, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorAnthony Francis
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 30 - 42
One 1.00 hour lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 30 to week 42 and delivered via blended.
WorkShopWeek: 30 - 42
One 3.00 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 30 to week 42 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
One x 3000 word written group report (1000 words per student)Students work in groups of 3 | Report | Group | No | 30 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
One x 2000 word reflective assignment (1000 words equivalent) | Assignment | Individual | No | 30 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
One x Assistive Technology design project (1750 words equivalent) | Other | Individual | No | 40 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4 |