INT 302 - Foundations of Universal Design: The Ecology of Human Environments

This online interdisciplinary course Investigates the new paradigm of human communities that addresses the diversity of all potential users. The environments considered include physical, social, educational, commercial, spiritual, and creative communities. Students from a variety of disciplines (i.e. business and marketing, communication, engineering, education, human development, nursing, philosophy, public policy, new media, sociology, social work, technology, and the arts) will gain theoretical and practical knowledge about ways to create and enhance public and private spaces which are usable by all people and address environmental concerns. This course is designed using the principles of Universal Design and Ecophilosophy, with a special emphasis on systems-analysis and thinking. Students and instructors will utilize these principles in all projects and interactions.

General Education Requirements: Satisfies the General Education Population and the Environment and Ethics Requirements.

Course Typically Offered: Variable

Credits: 3