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Course code VOVI 0761

Credit 0.0

Length 48.0 hours

Course outline View

This course introduces students who are blind or visually impaired to the fundamental skills required to browse the web. Using assistive technology, students learn to interact with webpages and download files.

Prerequisites

VOVI 0740, or VOVI 0741, or department permission.

What you will learn

  • Network and Internet connections
  • Reading webpages
  • Locating Items on a webpage
  • Basic webforms
  • Browsing using links and tabs
  • Internet searches
  • Downloading files

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
70858 September 1, 2026
to October 31, 2026
Self Paced In Person/Online option See full schedule
71061 October 1, 2026
to November 30, 2026
Self Paced In Person/Online option See full schedule
71153 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.

Indigenous Territory Acknowledgment

VCC is located on the traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples who have been stewards of these lands since time immemorial. Learn about VCC’s commitment to decolonization and Indigenization.