Fundamentals in Assistive Technology 7.5 credits
Course Contents
- definitions of assistive devices
- the global need for assistive technologies
- assistive technologies and the Sustainable Development Goals
- assessing individual needs for assistive technology
- assistive technology design and development from an engineering perspective
- assistive technology design and development from a medical and social perspective
- laws and policies guiding production and provision of assistive technologies
- medical device regulation
- overview of research and development related to assistive technologies
- usability, user experience and user-centred design
- evaluating outcomes of assistive technology provision
Prerequisites
The applicant must hold the minimum of a Bachelor's degree or equivalent (i.e. the equivalent of 180 ECTS credits at an accredited university) in Prosthetics and Orthotics or Mechanical engineering. Proof of English proficiency is required.
Level of Education: Second cycle
Coursecode/Ladok code: HFAR20
The course is conducted at: School of Health and Welfare
| Label | Value |
|---|---|
| Type of course | Programme instance course |
| Study type | Normal teaching |
| Semester | Autumn 2024: week 35 – week 39 |
| Rate of study | 100% |
| Language | English |
| Location | Jönköping |
| Time | Day-time |
| Tuition fees do NOT apply for EU/EEA citizens or exchange students | 16000 SEK |
| Syllabus (PDF) | |
| Application code | HJ-H4274 |