This course builds on Windows 1 with JAWS or NVDA. It provides students who are blind or visually impaired with intermediate knowledge and skills to use Microsoft Windows with a screen reader. Students will learn to navigate and use settings, customize some aspects of Windows, and practice computer maintenance tasks.
Prerequisites
VOVI 0740, or VOVI 0741, or department permission.
What you will learn
- Customizing desktop, start menu and taskbar
- Virtual desktops
- Customizing views in file explorer
- Recycle bin
- Device maintenance (e.g., file backup, defragmenting, disk cleanup)
- Windows settings
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.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 70855 |
September 1, 2026 to October 31, 2026 |
Self Paced | In Person/Online option | See full schedule | |
| 71058 |
October 1, 2026 to November 30, 2026 |
Self Paced | In Person/Online option | See full schedule | |
| 71150 |
November 1, 2026 to December 31, 2026 |
Self Paced | In Person/Online option | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule. All self-paced courses have on-campus tests. Off-site certified invigilation centres may be used at the student's expense.
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.