The Graduate Certificate in Human Factors Engineering and Ergonomics comprises 3 courses totaling 9 credits. Some courses may have prerequisites; you many need to consult with a faculty adviser to determine if you have the necessary experience to enroll or need to complete prerequisite work first.
Graduate Certificate in
Human Factors Engineering and Ergonomics
Courses
Course List - Graduate Certificate in Human Factors Engineering and Ergonomics
| Title | Abbreviation | Description | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Human-Centered Product Design and Innovation | IE 479 | Consumer product design for a global market, incorporating human factors principles and user desires in a multicultural perspective. Prerequisite: IE 408 or IE 419 or equivalent |
3 credits |
| Engineering of Human Work | IE 553 | Physics and physiology of humans at work; models of muscle strength, dynamic movements; neural control; physical work capacity; rest allocation. Prerequisite: BIOL 141 or BIOL 472 |
3 credits |
| Engineering of Cognitive Work | IE 558 | Information processing and decision-making models of the human in the modern workplace, emphasizing visual inspection and other industrial applications. Prerequisite: IE 323 and IE 408 |
3 credits |
Applicants who do not meet course prerequisites may need to complete additional prior course work.
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