IDE2301

Ergonomics 1

(A&D)

3 points + One 1-hour lecture and one 1-hour tutorial and 4 independent study hours per week + Second semester + Caulfield

Synopsis: Theory and application of ergonomics; anthropometry including human variability, static, and dynamic anthropometric data; ergonomics in the design process and the role of professional ergonomists in design.

Assessment: Written assignment: 30% + Practice exercise (anthropometry): 50% + Practical exercise (product analysis): 20%