Certificate in Biomedical Engineering - Ergonomics and Work Design
IENG 3303 Ergonomics and Work Design
CREDIT HOURS: 3
Ergonomics is the science of applying knowledge of the capabilities and limitations of humans into the design of products, work spaces and systems we use every day. Topics in this course include the musculoskeletal system, anthropometry, manual material handling, work physiology, the effect of work environment on performance, human/machine interaction, cognition and information processing. Design principles based on this knowledge will be presented. This course will include labs and final design project.
FORMAT:
LAB HOURS PER WEEK: 3
CROSS-LISTING:
KINE 3476.03
EXCLUSIONS: IENG 3313.03, IENG 3347.03