iOS for the Visually Impaired

Course code VOVI 0840

Credit 0.0

Length 96.0 hours

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This course introduces students to Apple's VoiceOver screen reader to access and use their iOS devices. This course is designed to meet the needs of students who are blind or visually impaired and have limited or no experience using iOS devices with the VoiceOver screen reader, such as iPads and iPhones.

Prerequisites

What you will learn

  • Physical layout and care of your iDevice
  • Orientation of the touch screen
  • The VoiceOver Screen Reader
  • Using gestures to control your iDevice
  • Using the on-screen keyboard
  • Using Lock Screen and Home screen
  • Using Notification Centre, Control Center and Applications Switcher
  • Using the Settings Application to control behaviour on the iDevice
  • Using Siri (voice dictation) to control the iDevice and obtain information
  • Using the Notes Application to read/write memos
  • Editing documents
  • Sending and receiving messages
  • Sending and receiving email
  • Managing your contacts
  • Searching the Internet with Safari
  • Making Voice Calls
  • Managing peripherals on your iDevice

How to register

This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.

Course schedules

Select your program to see the available course schedules.

Contact us

If you have any questions, please email at [email protected].

Additional information

For more information about adult programs for visually impaired learners, please call 604.871.7338 or visit the Broadway campus during regular business hours to speak with the services coordinator for students with disabilities.

† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.

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