Audio-based Indoor and Outdoor Network Navigation System for Persons with Vision ImpairmentAdd to learning list
Offered by
Wayfindr
International Telecommunication Union

Course details
Visit course page- Length
- 40 hours
- Effort
- 40 hours
- Level
- Introductory
- Language
- English
- Venue
- Online
- Certificate
- Yes
- Price
- 500 USD
- Start date
- 30 April 2020
- End date
- 31 December 2020
- Registration deadline
- 30 December 2020
Course summary
This course explores the cutting edge technology of accessible audio-based navigation systems for persons with vision impairment. Participants can become an expert in Wayfindr audio-based navigation for planning, design and implementation of audio wayfinding solutions in compliance with ITU-T F.921.
Topics
- Sustainable Development Goals
- 2030 Agenda
About this course
This training comprises 4 Modules as follows: Module 1: Understand and distinguish different types of vision impairments, mobility aids and techniques Module 2: Have a clear appreciation to wayfinding for vision-impaired people Module 3: Recognize the key principles for the design of an indoor audio navigation system for VI users and implement an accessible and inclusive system. Modulle4: be able to design audio navigation instructions for VI people in compliance with the Wayfindr Open Standard and the ITU-T F.921.
Target audience
For app developers, venue operators or owners, architects, access professionals as well as policy makers and regulators, having appropriate information on the benefits of audio based navigation.
Learning objectives
The course will enable learners to become fully conversant with Wayfindr audio-based navigation for the planning, design and implementation of audio wayfinding solutions in compliance with ITU-T F.921. • It will enable learners to understand the user experience requirements of a navigation app to make it work for vision impaired persons and assure them that the app they use complies with the ITU Recommendation: it has all the requisite features and provides all the right notifications at the right times. • It will equip learners to advise venue owners (transport companies, shopping malls, hospitals etc.) on how to install digital indoor audio-based navigation that is fully compliant with ITU-T F.921.
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