Master the Fundamentals of Wayfinding: A Beginner’s Guide to Helping People Navigate Spaces Effectively!
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Who Is This Course For
This is an absolute beginner’s course that is suitable no matter what your expertise or level.
This course covers all of the foundations of wayfinding and how we guide people.
If you are a:
- Student of design, city planning, architecture, tourism, business management, or some other topic, this can be a good course.
- Someone managing a tourist attraction
- A manager such as in an airport, a waterfront area, a shopping mall, or any public space where people have to find their way
- City or Urban planner
- Estates manager in charge of a location
- Someone just interested about how we navigate and find our way.
The course if for anyone interested in learning about wayfinding because it covers the basics.
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What’s Included in the Course
In this wayfinding for beginners course, the lessons and lectures are as follows:
Section 1: Introduction
- Introduction
- Meet Your Instructor
- Wayfinding Terminology and Expressions
Section 2: Introduction to Wayfinding
Starting with the basics:
- What is Wayfinding?
- Why is Wayfinding Important?
- An Interdisciplinary Subject Discussion explained
- Where does Wayfinding Take Place?
- Airport Example: Users for a Wayfinding System
- What are the Key Differences Between Wayfinding and Navigation
- Human wayfinding vs Non-human wayfinding
- ACTIVITY: Your Own Wayfinding Experience (5 Bullet Points)
- Quiz: Recognizing Wayfinding Elements
Section 3: Wayfinding in Action: Case Studies
A walkthrough of two real-world locations as we look at how wayfinding is used to guide people around an airport and then a wildlife park.
- Section Introduction
- Wayfinding Flows Diagram for Airport Example
- Airport Case Study
- Wildlife Park Wayfinding Case Study
- Quiz: Quick Quiz: Signage Basics
Section 4: Understanding Human Behavior in Wayfinding
Learn about human psychology and sociology in wayfinding and memory for navigating.
- Section Introduction
- The Role of Memory and Senses for Navigation and Wayfinding
- The Four Stages of Wayfinding
- How People Form Cognitive Maps in Wayfinding for Navigating Spaces.
- The Impact of Psychology and Sociology on Wayfinding
- What are Desire Lines and Desire Paths and Routes?
- Behavioral Factors in Navigation Success
- Cultural Considerations in Wayfinding Design
- Emotional Influences on Wayfinding
- ACTIVITY: Signage Observation and Thinking
- Quiz: Human Wayfinding
Section 5: The Elements of Wayfinding
Understanding the elements of wayfinding and real-world examples:
- Section Introduction
- Paths, Edges, and Districts – Wayfinding Elements
- Nodes and Landmarks – The final Two Wayfinding Elements
- Real-World Examples of Lynch’s 5 Wayfinding Elements in Public Spaces
- Architectural Cues for Wayfinding (Entrances, Exits, Corridors, Sightlines)
- Using Environmental Elements Flooring, Lighting and Soundscapes in Wayfinding
- Quiz: Quick Quiz: Wayfinding Elements
Section 6: Intro to Universal and Inclusive Design in Wayfinding
- What is Universal Design in Wayfinding (and Inclusive Design)
- Quiz: Quick Quiz: Universal Design
Section 7: Introduction to Technology and Wayfinding
You will learn some beginner basics about the technology you can use in wayfinding:
- FAQ – Will Static Signage Disappear as Digital Wayfinding
- Wayfinding Technologies Overview
- Using Beacons for Indoor Navigation and Wayfinding
- The Role of Augmented Reality (AR) In Wayfinding
- The Internet of Things (IoT) and Wayfinding
Section 8: Course Wrap-Up
- Closing the course and congratulations
Why Take This Course?
By the end of this course, you’ll:
- Understand the basics of wayfinding and navigation systems.
- Learn how to analyze human behaviour to improve navigation in public spaces.
- Gain insights from real-world case studies.
- Discover how technology like AR and IoT is transforming wayfinding.
- Be ready to apply foundational wayfinding principles in your field.
About Your Instructor
I’m Paul: I have a PhD in Wayfinding and I’ve consulted for airports, university and college campuses, and public spaces.
I am passionate about making wayfinding effective and more accessible to everyone.
FAQs
1. What platform is used for the course?
The course is hosted by Udemy, the world’s leading online learning platform.
2. How long do I have access to the course?
You will have a lifetime licence and you will be able to access the course at any time and revisit the course any time you need to.
3. Is there a certificate of completion?
Once you complete the course in full, Udemy will provide you with a course of completion certificate.
4. Can I get a CPD certificate
If you need a CPD certificate, just direct message me through Udemy or email me at symonds @ travelwayfinding.com (without the spaces) and I can provide a certificate for CPD learning hours.
What if I don’t have design experience?
This is a beginner’s course and it is suitable for everyone.
Pricing and Guarantee
If you are unhappy with the course for any reason, I offer a 30-day money-back Guarantee.
I work hard to try and ensure that the courses are great value with lots of content and fairly priced. If you are unhappy after starting one of the courses, though, I will fully refund the cost within 30 days if needed.
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