IES 1053 Principles of Ergonomics
This course covers the use of ergonomic principles to prevent musculoskeletal disorders. Topics include work physiology, anthropometry, musculoskeletal disorders, video display terminals, and risk factors such as vibration, temperature, material handling, repetition, and lifting and transfers in health care. Course features industrial case studies covering analysis and design of work stations and equipment, laboratory sessions in manual lifting, and coverage of current Occupational Safety Health Administration (OSHA) compliance policies. This course is offered on a Pass/No Pass basis with the option to receive a letter grade.
Prerequisite
Prerequisite: None; 18 hours lecture
Distribution
Applied Technologies