Human Factors For Design

Key topics covered in this course include:

• Introduction to Human Factors for Design (1 hour):

a) Basic Terms and Fundamental Design Concepts

b) User-Centred Design Process

c) Human Factors in Systems

• Physical Ergonomics (9 hours - about 1 lecture hour per topic):

a) Anatomical & Physiological Considerations

b) Biomechanical Considerations

c) Anthropometry & Population Diversity

d) Working & Lifting Postures

e) Design of Hand Tools

f) Musculoskeletal Disorders

g) Workplace & Workstation Design

h) Environmental Considerations

i) Users with Specific Needs

• Cognitive Ergonomics (9 hours - about 1 lecture hour per topic):

a) Model of Human Information Processor

b) Memory & Mental Models

c) Decision Making, Attention & Workload

d) Human Perception & Information Graphics

e) Visual Display for Dynamic Information

f) Auditory, Tactual and Olfactory Display

g) Speech Communications

h) Display Compatibility & Population Stereotype

i) Design of Controls