Rsch Meth in Ergonomics and Biomech

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This course gives graduate-level students an overview of common study designs in scientific and medical research and specific knowledge in the application of these research methods to the field of ergonomics and biomechanics. Students also learn to critically evaluate scientific papers and draThis course gives graduate-level students an overview of common study designs in scientific and medical research and specific knowledge in the application of these research methods to the field of ergonomics and biomechanics. Students also learn to critically evaluate scientific papers and draw valid conclusions. The first part of the course is an overview of the scientific method and various study designs that can be used to investigate musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs). The second part focuses on specific topics relevant to research practice, such as issues in measurement, measurement instrument validation, statistical analysis, and the ethical conduct of research. Illustrations of the applications of these methods are presented in the context of ergonomic and biomechanical approaches to the evaluation and control of musculoskeletal disorders.