Area: | School of Physiotherapy |
Credits: | 25.0 |
Contact Hours: | 5.0 |
Lecture: | 1 x 1 Hours Weekly |
Practical: | 1 x 2 Hours Weekly |
Workshop: | 1 x 2 Hours Weekly |
Prerequisite(s): | 305756 (v.1) Ergonomics Practice 651 or any previous version
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Syllabus: | Extension of understanding of the theory and research of ergonomics through conduct of an ergonomics research project and exposure to other ergonomics research projects. |
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Unit Outcomes: | The primary aim of this unit is to give you a solid introduction to the theory and research of ergonomics. Conduct an agreed ergonomics research project. Professionally communicate research findings to colleagues verbally and in a written report. Discussand critique research conducted by others. |
Unit Texts: | Bridger, R. (1995). Introduction to Ergonomics. New York, McGraw-Hill. Jenkins, S., Price, C. and straker L. (1998). the Researching Therapist: A Practical Guide to Planning, Performing and Communicating Research. Edinburgh, Churchill Livingstone. |
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Unit Assessment Breakdown: | Continuous 70%. Written Examination 30%. This is by grade/mark assessment. |
Field of Education: | 61303 Environmental Health | HECS Band (if applicable): | 2 |
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Extent to which this unit or thesis utilises online information: | Not Categorised | Result Type: | Grade/Mark |
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