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INEGÂ 37104. Work Methods and Ergonomics. 4 Hours.
Ways of designing jobs, machines, operations and work environments so they are compatible with human capacities and limitations. Work methods topics include methods analysis, time studies, work sampling and learning curves. Cognitive and physical capabilities and limitations of humans are addressed through the study of human information processing, motor control theory, anthropometry, biomechanics, work physiology and manual material handling. Design of controls and displays, hand tools and workstations, along with work related musculoskeletal disorders. Laboratory required. Corequisite: Lab component. Prerequisite: ±õ±··¡³ÒÌý23104. (Typically offered: Fall and Spring)