At the end of the course students should:

1. Demonstrate a sound knowledge of basic human factors concepts including:
i information processing models
ii sensation and perception
iii attention and memory
iv situation awareness
v workload
vi decision making
vii stress and fatigue
2. Outline the major systemic models and their applicability to system failure analysis and safety management.
3. Describe the anthropometric issues and ergonomic design considerations in aircraft cockpit and cabin layout.
4. Describe the differences between various aviation display formats and their impact on pilot performance and flight management.
5. Demonstrate an understanding of the human factors issues associated with aircraft automation and advanced technology, and the implications for safety and management.
6. Demonstrate an understanding of workload measurement and the relationship between workload and attention, pilot performance and aircraft system management.
7. Describe the process of accident investigation and the role and relevance of human factors specialist knowledge in that process.
8. Develop an ability to critically review research papers in the field.
9. Identify and locate information relevant to topic areas.
10. Participate in electronic communication.
11. Demonstrate ability to communicate ideas in written form.
12. Demonstrate ability to manage time effectively to complete tasks.

This course forms the foundation for the development of students' skills and knowledge in the area of human factors. Specific content includes: review of basic human factors topics; exploration of systemic models in aviation human factors; ergonomics in cockpit and cabin; automation and its effects on human performance; pilot workload; and human factors in aircraft accident investigation.

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It is expected that most students will have a CPL, ATPL, LAME or ATS licence, and/or experience in the aviation industry.

Distance Learning : IT Based
External Mode
Flexible Delivery / Student Centred Learning

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Self Directed Learning

Self Directed Learning: for 2 hour(s) per Week for Full Term
Forums: for 2 hour(s) per Week for Full Term