This course surveys the theories and methods of human factors engineering (ergonomics). Human factors engineering is concerned with the application of technology and the design of equipment for human use. This course emphasizes the cognitive dimension of human factors engineering. The focus is on understanding the capabilities and limitations of humans as they interact with equipment and facilities. This course lays the foundations for the systematic application of information about humans to the design of equipment and workspace environments.
Lessons
24 @ 75 min (2.000 Att/wk)
Labs
6 @ 75 min
Special requirements
Term project--research report and oral presentation. Students will perform an in-depth analysis of an existing human-machine system. Results will be reported in written and oral formats.
This course surveys the theories and methods of human factors engineering (ergonomics). Human factors engineering is concerned with the application of technology and the design of equipment for human use. This course emphasizes the cognitive dimension of human factors engineering. The focus is on understanding the capabilities and limitations of humans as they interact with equipment and facilities. This course lays the foundations for the systematic application of information about humans to the design of equipment and workspace environments.
Lessons
30 @ 75 min (2.000 Att/wk)
Labs
4 @ 55 min
Special requirements
Term project--research report and oral presentation. Students will perform an in-depth analysis of an existing human-machine system. Results will be reported in written and oral formats.
This course serves as part one of the integrative experience for Engineering Psychology cadets. The course integrates the material previously covered in the Human Factors curriculum, most especially material covered in PL392 Cognitive Psychology, PL386 Experimental Research Methods, and PL391 Sensation and Perception. This course surveys the theories and methods of human factors. Human factors engineering is concerned with the application of technology and the design of equipment for human use. This course emphasizes the cognitive dimension of human factors engineering. The focus is on understanding the capabilities and limitations of humans as they interact with equipment and facilities. This course lays the foundations for the systematic application of information about humans to the design of equipment and workspace environments. Cadets in teams of two, start their capstone project in this course and complete it in PL490 Engineering Psychology. The capstone project is a human in the loop data collection project of a contemporary applied problem where cadets are paired with stakeholders external to BS&L and USMA.
Lessons
30 @ 75 min (2.000 Att/wk)
Labs
0 @ 0 min
Special requirements
Term project--research report and oral presentation. Students will perform an in-depth analysis of an existing human-machine system. Results will be reported in written and oral formats.
This course surveys the theories and methods of human factors engineering (ergonomics). Human factors engineering is concerned with the application of technology and the design of equipment for human use. This course emphasizes the cognitive dimension of human factors engineering. The focus is on understanding the capabilities and limitations of humans as they interact with equipment and facilities. This course lays the foundations for the systematic application of information about humans to the design of equipment and workspace environments.
Lessons
36 @ 55 min (2.500 Att/wk)
Labs
4 @ 55 min
Special requirements
Term project--research report and oral presentation. Students will perform an in-depth analysis of an existing human-machine system. Results will be reported in written and oral formats.
This course surveys the theories and methods of human factors engineering (ergonomics). Human factors engineering is concerned with the application of technology and the design of equipment for human use. This course emphasizes the cognitive dimension of human factors engineering. The focus is on understanding the capabilities and limitations of humans as they interact with equipment and facilities. This course lays the foundations for the systematic application of information about humans to the design of equipment and workspace environments.
Lessons
36 @ 55 min (2.500 Att/wk)
Labs
4 @ 55 min
Special requirements
Term project--research report and oral presentation. Students will perform an in-depth analysis of an existing human-machine system. Results will be reported in written and oral formats.
