Edp 279 ud
Transcript of Edp 279 ud
UD
“the design of products and
environments to be usable by all
people, to the greatest extent
possible, without the need for
adaptation or specialized
design”
Placing a high value on diversity
and inclusiveness.
Ex: Counter accessibility: height
of the counters to accommodate
the elderly, disabled costumers.
PROCESS OF UD
1.Identify the application
2.Define the universe( costumers)/ Diverse characteristic
3.Involve consumers
4.Adopt Guidelines- Integrate new or existing UD
5.Apply Guidelines
6.Plan for accommodations- advanced technology
7.Train & Support
8.Evaluate- the application
Guidance in the design
of products &
environments.
UD PRINCIPLES
1.Equitable use- the design is useful
and marketable to diverse people.
2.Flexibility use- wide range of
individual preferences.
3.Simple & Intuitive
4.Perceptible info
5.Tolerance for error
6.Low Physical effort
7.Size and space for approach and
use.
APPLICATIONS OF UD
• Curriculum (school)
• Career Service offices
• Tutoring & Learning
center
• Museums
• Computer Labs
SOURCES
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vr3ardmq0a0&f
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Burgstahler, Sheryl, PH.D. "Universal Design:
Process, Principles, and Applications." Universal
Design: Process, Principles, and Applications. N.p.,
n.d. Web. 11 Jan. 2014.