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OCT3203 Assistive Technology
SCHOOL OF EXERCISE AND HEALTH SCIENCES
Credit Points: 15
Prerequisites:
OCT2202 Paediatrics and Youth
OCT2203 Applied Kinesiology
OCT2204 Clinical Science 3
OCT2208 Health Conditions
OCT2205 Neuropsychiatry
OCT2206 Gerontology
OCT2207 Communication Technology
OCT2108 Clinical Science 4
 
Description:

In this unit students are provided with an introduction to universal design and the use and evaluation of assistive devices to make the most effective use of technology in school, at work, in the community and at home. An overview of information, communication, manipulation, ambulation, locomotion, and environmental technologies that enhance access for people with disabilities is provided. Particular attention is given to issues related to proper positioning when using assistive technology devices and to measuring and evaluating performance outcomes.



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This Unit is part of the following Courses / Unit Sets
H96Bachelor of Science (Occupational Therapy)
 
 
Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005)
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes, Graduate Attributes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Student Equity, Diversity and Disability Service website:
http://intranet.ecu.edu.au/student/support/student-equity

Last Updated - Higher Education: 15/03/2014 VET: 14/05/2014