Course Details
Subject {L-T-P / C} : ID6202 : Advanced Ergonomics { 3-0-0 / 3}
Subject Nature : Theory
Coordinator : Prof. Mohit Lal
Syllabus
Data logging, data collection, data reduction, data analysis techniques. gross human anatomy, anthropometry, biomechanics, muscle strength and exertion potential of different limbs, work capacity, environmental effects. Exercises for evaluation of postural forms and work spaces. Environmental conditions including temperature, illumination, noise and vibration. Perception and information processing, design of displays, hand controls, typography and readability, layout and composition. Exercises in evaluation of human response to product interface. Product safety and products liability. Student seminars on critical ergonomical study of an existing product/ service. Exercise in form design for ergonomic optimality
Course Objectives
- To develop awareness on impact of human anatomy, Anthropometry, Bio mechanics, muscle strength in work environment, etc.
Course Outcomes
The course is designed to help students to achieve the following outcomes <br />• Basic knowledge on human factors in design and engineering
Essential Reading
- R. C. Bridger, Introduction to Ergonomics, McGraw Hill
- Sanders and McCormick, Human Factor Engineering, McGraw Hill
Supplementary Reading
- W.H. Mayall, Industrial Design for Engineers, London Hiffee books Ltd
- S. Brain, Applied Ergonomics Hand Book, Butterworth scientific London
Journal and Conferences
- Ergonomics in Design, Applied Ergonomics
- International Conference on Research into Design