DEA 3510

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DEA 3510
Ergonomics and Anthropometrics

Course information provided by the Courses of Study 2014-2015.

Implications of human physical and physiological characteristics and limitations on the design of settings, products, and tasks. An introduction to engineering anthropometry, biomechanics, control/display design, work physiology, and motor performance. Includes practical exercises and field project work. Visit: ergo.human.cornell.edu.

When Offered Fall.

Prerequisites/Corequisites Recommended Prerequisite: DEA 1500.

Comments Co-meets with DEA 6510.

Outcomes
  • Define key concepts and be familiar with terminology in human information processing, physiological and person-technology models for ergonomic design.
  • Conduct and report on an ergonomic analysis of a product or system and undertake a comparative analysis.
  • Apply critical skills and knowledge to improve the ergonomic design of a product or system and report on this.

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: DEA 6510

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • 13682 DEA 3510   LEC 001

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  • Instruction Mode:
    Recommended prerequisite: DEA 1500.