IDE2301

Ergonomics 1 (3 points)

(A&D)

Leader:

Offered:
Caulfield First semester 2003 (Day)
Caulfield Second semester 2003 (Day)
Caulfield First semester 2004 (Day)
Caulfield Second semester 2004 (Day)

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%

Contact Hours: One 1-hour lecture, one 1-hour tutorial and 4 independent study hours per week