Postgraduate CUR-OHS530-2022
Ergonomics
$2,921 $3,171
Your upfront cost: $0
Duration
13 weeks
Study method
100% Online
Available loans
- HECS-HELP
- FEE-HELP
Assessments
100% online
Prior study
Not required
Start dates
- 18 Jul 2022
QS RANKING 2022
11
Times Higher Education Ranking 2022
17
Subject details
At the completion of this subject students will be able to:
- analyse the characteristics, capabilities, needs and limitations of humans (human factors) in relation to their work
- analyse the design of work activities, including the plant and equipment, the environment, work organisation and systems to identify potential sources of harm for workers through their tasks
- valuate the degree and suitability of fit between human characteristics and work design factors by identifying mismatches, sub-optimal relationships, and potential sources of human error in decision making
- assess and report appropriate recommendations for improving the ergonomics, human factors, and error management of work to optimise worker wellbeing, job satisfaction and efficiency
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- TBA
In order to enrol in this subject, you must be accepted into one of the following degrees:
Elective
- CUR-OHS-GCE-2022
Additional requirements
No additional requirements
An introduction to the general principles of ergonomics and factors which influence the interactions between people and work.
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- Quantitative task analysis report (25%)
- Presentation and report (40%)
- Take home exam (35%)
Current study term: 17 Jul 22 to 23 Oct 22
Introduction to Human Factors and Ergonomics, 4th ed.
Bridger R.S.
ISBN 9781498795944
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