Ergonomics for Universal Design

3 credits · College of Engineering catalogue

Advisory Prerequisite: None. Enforced Prerequisite: IOE 333 ; or graduate standing . Minimum grade requirement of “B+” for enforced prerequisite. (3 credits) Application of human factors principles to accommodate a broad spectrum of physical (such as strength, functionality, etc.), perceptual (vision, hearing, etc.), and cognitive capabilities. Addresses how these capabilities are assessed and how task requirements and dimensions are matched to the user’s characteristics. Also covers design techniques used to account for populations with atypical anthropometries and capabilities. Special attention will be given to designing for specific groups such as persons with disabilities, seniors, expectant mothers, and children.