Ergonomics
ibereketli@gsu.edu.tr
gulermerve93@gmail.com
Content
Objective
This course is intended to give an overview of ergonomics and human factors design principles to allow the student to gain an insight into the area of human performance in the workplace.
Course Content
Introduction to Ergonomics
Ergonomics in the Workplace
Macro ergonomics and industrial examples
The dimensions of macro ergonomics and industrial examples
Micro ergonomics and industrial examples
The dimensions of micro ergonomics and industrial examples
Anthropometry and industrial examples
Identify and solve problems of ergonomics in the company
Working Study - Time Analysis
Ergonomics in the Office
Ergonomics in the Construction Sector
Ergonomics in the Healthcare Sector
Course Learning Outcomes
1. Learn the concept of ergonomics, its importance and its components.
2. Establish the relationship between ergonomics and the development of competitive strategies by the company.
3. Identify and analyze the problems of ergonomics in the workplace.
4. Differentiate and analyze the macro and micro approaches to ergonomics
5. Structure and realize an industrial ergonomics project and analyze results
6. Collaboration and teamwork
7. Analyze and solve real industrial cases
Teaching and Learning Methods
Lectures, case studies, project
References
1. R.S. Bridger, 2003, “Introduction to Ergonomics”, (2nd edition), McGraw-Hill Companies.
2. K. Kroemer, H. Kroemer, K. Kroemer-Elbert, 2001, “Ergonomics: How to design for ease and efficiency”, (2nd edition), Prentice Hall.
3. M.P. Groover, 2007, Work Systems and the Methods, Measurement, and Management of Work, Prentice Hall.
4. Necmettin Erkan, 2000, “Ergonomi”, (5th edition), MPM yayınları, No:373.
Weekly Contents
| Week | Weekly Contents |
|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to Ergonomics |
| 2 | Ergonomics in the Workplace |
| 3 | Macro ergonomics and industrial examples |
| 4 | The dimensions of macro ergonomics and industrial examples |
| 5 | Micro ergonomics and industrial examples |
| 6 | The dimensions of micro ergonomics and industrial examples |
| 7 | Midterm |
| 8 | Anthropometry and industrial examples |
| 9 | Identify and solve problems of ergonomics in the company |
| 10 | Working Study - Time Analysis |
| 11 | Ergonomics in the Office |
| 12 | Ergonomics in the Construction Sector |
| 13 | Ergonomics in the Healthcare Sector |
| 14 | Presentations industrial ergonomics projects made by students |
Assessment System
| Activities | Number | Contribution |
|---|---|---|
| Contribution of in-term studies to overall grade | 2 | 60 |
| Contribution of final exam to overall grade | 1 | 40 |
| Total | 3 | 100 |
| Activities | Number | Contribution |
|---|---|---|
| Assignments | 0 | 0 |
| Presentation | 0 | 0 |
| Midterm Examinations (including preparation) | 1 | 35 |
| Project | 1 | 25 |
| Laboratory | 0 | 0 |
| Other Applications | 0 | 0 |
| Quiz | 0 | 0 |
| Term Paper/ Project | 0 | 0 |
| Portfolio Study | 0 | 0 |
| Reports | 0 | 0 |
| Learning Diary | 0 | 0 |
| Thesis/ Project | 0 | 0 |
| Seminar | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 2 | 60 |
Relation of Proficiency
| No | Program Learning Outcomes | Contribution | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
| 1 | Knowledge and understanding of a wide range of basic sciences (math, physics, ...) and the main concepts of engineering | X | ||||
| 2 | Ability to combine the knowledge and skills to solve engineering problems and provide reliable solutions | X | ||||
| 3 | Ability to select and apply methods of analysis and modeling to ask, reformulate and solve the complex problems of industrial engineering | X | ||||
| 4 | Ability to conceptualize complex systems, processes or products under practical constraints to improve their performance, ability to use innovative methods of design | X | ||||
| 5 | Ability to design, select and apply methods and tools needed to solve problems related to the practice of industrial engineering, ability to use computer technology | X | ||||
| 6 | Ability to design experiments, collect and interpret data and analyze results | X | ||||
| 7 | Ability to work independently, ability to participate in working groups and have a multidisciplinary team spirit | X | ||||
| 8 | Ability to communicate effectively, ability to speak at least two foreign languages | X | ||||
| 9 | Awareness of the need for continuous improvement of lifelong learning, ability to keep abreast of scientific and technological developments to use the tools of information management | X | ||||
| 10 | Awareness of professional and ethical responsibility | X | ||||
| 11 | Knowledge of the concepts of professional life as "project management", "risk management" and "management of change" | X | ||||
| 12 | Knowledge on entrepreneurship, innovation and sustainability | X | ||||
| 13 | Understanding of the effects of Industrial Engineering applications on global and social health, environment and safety. | X | ||||
| 14 | Knowledge of the problems of contemporary society | X | ||||
| 15 | Knowledge of the legal implications of the practice of industrial engineering | |||||
ECTS
| Activities | Number | Period | Total Workload |
|---|---|---|---|
| Class Hours | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Working Hours out of Class | 12 | 0.5 | 6 |
| Assignments | 1 | 10 | 10 |
| Midterm Examinations (including preparation) | 1 | 5 | 5 |
| Project | 1 | 25 | 25 |
| Other Applications | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Final Examinations (including preparation) | 1 | 12 | 12 |
| Total Workload | 100 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 | 4.00 | ||
| Credits ECTS | 4 | ||