Principles Industrial Ergonomics

Catalog description

Pre-requisite: SAAM 6524. The course will focus on the discussion of the ergonomic risks and their impact on employee well-being. The contemporary application of ergonomic as part of any industrial process will be presented. The student will analyze the human bio-mechanics model as it pertains to ergonomics. The anthropometric principles will be discussed. The most common musculoskeletal disorders related to poor ergonomic practices will be presented. The ergonomic risk factors and optimal workstation characteristics will be analyze d. Special attention will be given to material handling techniques. The evaluation and control techniques to manage ergonomics in the workplace will be discussed during classroom lectures and supplemented with practical exercises. The medical management of musculoskeletal disorders will be illustrated.