Barrier-Free Requirements in Outdoor Spaces

Start Date

06/24/2024

End Date

06/24/2024

Description

This two-hour course explores the principles and requirements surrounding barrier-free design in outdoor spaces. The course explores a brief history of anti-discrimination in design, focuses on the application of accessibility codes and standards to specific projects, and identifies common violations.

Distance Learning

Yes

Course Equivalency

Subjects

Accessibility / ADA

Health, Safety and Welfare

Yes

Hours

2.0

Learning Outcomes

Learning Outcome 1:
Learners will be able to explore the historical development of anti-discrimination laws and their impact on accessibility requirements for outdoor spaces.

Learning Outcome 2:
Learners will be able to determine which accessibility codes and regulations apply to a project, including the ADA, PROWAG, Fair Housing Accessibility Guidelines, and state/local building codes.

Learning Outcome 3:
Learners will be able to identify common accessibility violations related to exterior elements for site arrival points and accessible routes, and analyze strategies for addressing and mitigating these violations.

Learning Outcome 4:
Learners will be able to discuss emerging trends and potential future developments in accessibility requirements for outdoor spaces.

Instructors

Marcela Abadi Rhoads

Course Codes

W062424DDBFOS

Provider

HalfMoon Education Inc.

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