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2007-2008 Undergraduate Catalog [NOTE!!!! THIS IS AN ARCHIVED CATALOG. FOR THE CURRENT CATALOG, GO TO CATALOG.NIU.EDU]

TECH 481 - Ergonomics

Study of the basic human factors in engineering systems with emphasis on human-machine systems in relation to equipment designs and the work environment. Analyses of organization factors relevant to operators at work, including monotony, repetitive work, training, and selection.

Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: TECH 434, MATH 155, PHYS 150A or PHYS 210, or consent of department.

Credits: 3