Course Description
This course is an introduction to the fundamental concepts of ergonomics, anthropometrics and the application of a user centered approach to the design of products, systems and services. There is an emphasis on human attributes and on the traditional strengths of ergonomics in setting the 'envelope' of human operations. The relationship between human capacities and human actions is explored. Ergonomic science is introduced to link the theoretical aspects of anthropometrics and human physiological systems to the design of products. Emphasis is placed on the importance of appreciating human diversity in design, thus laboratory exercises will include intra group visual and auditory acuity testing and a group physical attributes measurement project.
Course ID: PRDSG 203
| Credit hours | Theory | Practical | Laboratory | Lecture | Studio | Contact hours | Pre-requisite | 3 | 3 | 3 | - |
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