Detailed Seminar Outlines

S26E Accessibility Boot Camp for Webmasters and Application Developers

• Language
• Seminar Description
• Prerequisites
• Audience
• Location
• Schedule
• Times
• Cost

Language(s)

English

Seminar Description

This is a two day hands on course geared at programmers and web developers on the interaction of adaptive computer technology with webpages and applications. Many adaptive computer technology tools will be showcased. Participants will become familiar with the technical issues involved in the designing of applications and websites that meet the Common Look And Feel accessibility requirements. This 2 day course involves lectures, demonstrations, case studies, and hands-on exposure to the various tools.

Course Outline

1. Introduction
2. Policy and Legislation
   1. Duty To Accommodate
   2. TB Accommodation Policy
   3. Common Look And Feel for Internet
3. Alternative Access Methods
4. Sight Enhancement Tools
5. Mobility Replacement Tools
6. Sight Replacement Tools
7. Cognitive Issues
8. Hearing Issues
9. Application Development
   1. Top 10 Application Design Pitfalls
   2. Tools And Tips
   3. Deployment And Update Issues
10. Web Page Design
    1. CL&F Requirements
    2. WAI:Web Accessibility
    3. Device Independence
11. Enhancements For Accessibility
    1. Top 10 Web Design Pitfalls
    2. General Page Enhancements
    3. Table Issues
    4. Form Issues
    5. Audio Files
    6. Video Files
    7. Graphs, Maps And Charts
    8. Offering Documents And Forms For Download
    9. Javascript
12. Validation and Accessibility Tools
13. Additional Web Resources

Prerequisites

Participants should have some programming experience in a Windows environment. A familiarity with HTML and modern web design practices is essential.

Audience

Programmers and web developers.

Location

Environment Canada,
Les Terrasses de la Chaudière,
10 Wellington Street, 3rd Floor
Environment Canada Site

Schedule

2 days

Times

8:30 am to 4:30 pm

Cost

$1,100