Human Systems Interaction

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Credits 3. 3 Lecture Hours. Principles of human factors and ergonomics; emphasis on design to support human capabilities, limitations, and interaction tendencies in sociotechnical work systems; topics include human information processing, physiological and biomechanical functioning, and implications for design of the workplace and jobs; case studies in manufacturing, medicine, aerospace, ground transportation, and computer interaction. Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in MEEN 221 ; junior or senior classification.