6939 (v.2) Physical Ergonomics 553
| Area: | School of Physiotherapy |
| Contact Hours: | 5.0 |
| Credits: | 25.0 |
| Lecture: | 1 x 1 Hours Weekly |
| Other: | 1 x 2 Hours Weekly |
| Practical: | 1 x 2 Hours Weekly |
| Prerequisite(s): | 13142 (v.2) Introduction to Ergonomics 555 or any previous version
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| Co Requisite(s): | 6938 (v.3) Cognitive Ergonomics 503
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| A basic foundation in the understanding of the physical characteristics of humans and the design of artefacts and environments to match these characteristics. The anatomical structure, anthropometric variation, biomechanical modelling and physiological processes underpinning human physical capacitites and limitations are explored. The consequences of appropriate and inappropriate interactions with artefacts are examined. |
Current as of: October 30, 2003 13:11:55
CRICOS provider code 00301J
