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BYGG2362

Universal Design

Lessons are not given in the academic year 2025/2026

Credits 7.5
Level Intermediate course, level II
Language of instruction Norwegian
Location Gjøvik

About

About the course

Course content

The focus is universal design in the built environment. Basic introduction to the following topics: Concepts, principles, user perspectives, perception and the senses, built examples, ethical perspectives, building code.

Learning outcome

Knowledge of academic and ideological fundament of universal design. Knowledge of user groups and their specific needs. Knowledge of relevant concepts, principles and problems. Knowledge of law and building code. Skills: Understand and apply specific concepts and principles of universal design. Identify and analyze concrete challenges in the physical environment. Charting user needs. Transform user needs to practical solutions. General competence: Perform administrative processes and planning involving universal design.

Learning methods and activities

Lectures, videoes, litterature study, assigments, tutoring. May be arranged as a complete online course if needed. The assignment set must be approved prior to the examination.

Further on evaluation

The exam consists of portfolio assessment - all compulsory work together.

Specific conditions

Admission to a programme of study is required:
Building Constructions – Engineering (BIBYG-F)
Civil Engineering - Engineering (BIBYGG)
Geomatics - Engineering (BIGEOMAT)
Product Design and Technology (BTEKD)

Course materials

Announced at startup.

Subject areas

  • Highway Engineering

Contact information

Department with academic responsibility

Department of Manufacturing and Civil Engineering

Examination

Examination