Assistive Technology

Catalog description

This course focuses on high and low-tech assistive technology used by occupational therapists to achieve optimal occupational engagement and performance in their clients. Using case studies, students learn to apply client centered theoretical principles used to match resources to the needs of the client within their environmental context. Students have opportunities for hands-on learning with a variety of technologies that support ADL and IADL functioning, accessibility features for everyday technologies, 3-D Printing software, manual and power mobility aids.