Windows 1 with JAWS (VOVI 0740)

This course provides students who are blind or visually impaired with the basic knowledge and skills to use computer applications in Microsoft Windows with JAWS screen reader. Students will work with the Windows desktop, application windows, notification area and the taskbar. They will learn to navigate drives and folders, and find, copy, move and delete files. Students will also explore basic JAWS settings.
Course code: VOVI 0740
Credits: 0.0
Length: 48.0 hours
Campus: Broadway Broadway
Course outline: view https://www.vcc.ca/vccphp/courseoutline?subject=VOVI&number=0740

Prerequisites

VOVI 0705 or departmental permission.

Schedule †

Course dates and times may vary throughout the term. Select the CRN number below to see a full schedule.
CRN # Dates Day/Time/Location Instructor
61929May 1, 2025
to June 30, 2025		  See full schedule
  Delivery: Flexible (Self-Paced)
  Location: In Person/Online Option		Corbett, Jennifer

Additional Information

  • Device orientation

  • Desktop, start menu, taskbar, and notification area
  • Windows commands
  • JAWS commands
  • Search, open, copy, and move files and folders
  • JAWS settings: speech rate, voice profile, and typing echo
  • JAWS help
  • JAWS cursor

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.

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† 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.