OHSE6040
10 units
6000 level
Course handbook
Description
Introduces the student to the scope of ergonomics and the application of ergonomic principles to workplace design and work organisation.The course is organised around the following modules:Worker:-Work physiology,-Anatomy and biomechanics in ergonomics,-Anthropometry.Workstation:-Task analysis, workspace and workstation design and the workplace-Ergonomic assessment of the work environment,Organisation:-Work organisation and productivity.
Availability
Not currently offered.
This Course was last offered in Semester 1 - 2024.
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the course students will be able to:
1. Identify, explain and evaluate the impact of various personal attributes (anatomical, physiological, anthropometric and psychological) on proper safe working practice.
2. Describe and apply the principles of good ergonomic design of work areas and equipment to a range of occupational settings.
3. Assess and manage workplace ergonomic issues using an appropriate assessment strategy, incorporating the principles of the 'hierarchy of controls' in a range of occupational settings.
4. Synthesise complex information, initiate improvements and disseminate knowledge and recommendations to key stakeholders.
5. Explain the influence of ergonomic principles on human factors, work organisation and culture.
6. Practice in an ethical and socially responsible manner.
7. Access, interpret and apply evidence-based ergonomics and human factors literature to provide high-level advice.
Content
1. An introduction to the scope of ergonomics, information processing and human error
2. Work physiology
3. Anatomy and biomechanics
4. Anthropometrics and work
5. Risk Management in ergonomic design
6. Human factors and the work environment
7. Work organisation and productivity
Assessment items
In Term Test: On-line Test 1
In Term Test: On-line Test 2
Written Assignment: Essay / Written Assignment
Online Learning Activity: Online Discussions
Course outline
Course outline not yet available.
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