Year
Year 2
Semester
Second Semester
Credit
3
Program Description
Application of human factors engineering to improve safety, efficiency, and usability in technical systems.
About the course
This course explores how human factors engineering can make technical systems safer and more efficient. You will learn to apply ergonomic principles to design workspaces, interfaces, and processes that fit the people who use them. The focus is on reducing physical strain, minimising errors, and improving overall usability in industrial and technical settings.
Who takes this course
PROC 2690 is an elective available to students in the Power Engineering Technician program. It is also open to other engineering technology students who need a credit in human-centred design.
Credits: 3 · Hours: 45
Prerequisites
None
Learning outcomes
- Analyse human capabilities and limitations to identify risks in workplace design.
- Apply principles of human factors engineering to evaluate existing technical systems.
- Design workspace layouts that reduce physical strain and improve operational efficiency.
- Evaluate interface controls and displays for clarity and usability.
- Develop recommendations to enhance safety and reduce error rates in technical environments.
Evaluation
| Component | Weight (%) |
| Mid-term practical assessment | 30 |
| Group project: workplace analysis and redesign | 40 |
| Final examination | 30 |