Bi9100 Ergonomics practical training

Faculty of Science
Spring 2017
Extent and Intensity
0/2/0. 3 credit(s) (plus extra credits for completion). Type of Completion: z (credit).
Teacher(s)
Mgr. Martin Čuta, Ph.D. (seminar tutor)
doc. RNDr. Miroslav Králík, Ph.D. (seminar tutor)
Mgr. Libor Šimek (assistant)
Guaranteed by
doc. RNDr. Miroslav Králík, Ph.D.
Department of Anthropology – Biology Section – Faculty of Science
Contact Person: Mgr. Martin Čuta, Ph.D.
Supplier department: Department of Anthropology – Biology Section – Faculty of Science
Timetable
Mon 20. 2. to Mon 22. 5. Tue 8:00–9:50 Bp1,01007
Prerequisites (in Czech)
Bi7351 Methods of anthropology I && Bi8352 Methods of anthropology II
Course Enrolment Limitations
The course is also offered to the students of the fields other than those the course is directly associated with.
The capacity limit for the course is 12 student(s).
Current registration and enrolment status: enrolled: 1/12, only registered: 0/12, only registered with preference (fields directly associated with the programme): 0/12
fields of study / plans the course is directly associated with
Course objectives
The goal of this course is to give the students a brief theoretical overview of the focus, objectives, subdisciplines and methods of ergonomics and engage in detail in practical tuition and training of basic as well as advanced methods of ergonomics and examples of their use in practice.
Learning outcomes
At the end of this course the student should be familiar with fundamental and specialized diagnostic methods of ergonomics. He/she should be able to use fundamental (metric and visual/recording) methods to diagnose motor system health risks caused by repeated (work-related) activity and load. He/she should alse be able to use the methods of testing and evaluation of cognitive functions and manipulation and strength capacities of the human hand (as well as evaluating the strength of specific torso and limb muscle groups). He/she should also be able to define the HCI notion - Human-computer interaction and to design a simple questionnaire survey to assess the preferences of hardware (or, more frequently, software) end-users.
Syllabus
  • 1. Ergonomics and its significance in anthropology; practical, non-academic methods and their specifics 2. Utilization of specialized anthropometrical measurements in ergonomics 3. 2D motion recording and analysis of specific work-related positions and movements 4. Testing the manipulation capabilities of the human hand: methodical overview. Practical testing using the Purdue Pegboard Test. 5. Human hand manipulation skills - Practical testing using the O´Connor Dexterity Test. Interpretation and comparison of results. 6. Human-Computer Interaction. Evaluating the requirements and preferences of the hardware/software users. System reactions and output. 7. Evaluating cognitive functions and abilities - learning in the work process, attention span testing, short term memory testing 8. Specialized dynamometry - strenght curve graphic evaluation (hand grip strength); specific muscle group strength testing
Literature
  • GILBERTOVÁ, Sylva and Oldřich MATOUŠEK. Ergonomie : optimalizace lidské činnosti. 1. vyd. Praha: Grada, 2002, 239 s. ISBN 8024702266. info
Teaching methods
Practical training takes place once every two weeks. A short theoretical introduction is followed by practical training of methodical approaches. During the semester course the students will also design and carry out an introductory ergonomical project.
Assessment methods
In each class the students sum up their practical work in a short protocol. Credit is awarded for presence in classes (one unexcused absence is allowed), for complete protocols and final test (multiple-choice, testing fundamental knowledge acquired during the semester course).
Language of instruction
Czech
Further Comments
Study Materials
The course is taught annually.
The course is also listed under the following terms Autumn 2007 - for the purpose of the accreditation, Autumn 2002, Autumn 2003, Autumn 2004, Autumn 2005, Autumn 2006, Autumn 2007, Autumn 2008, spring 2018, Spring 2019, Spring 2020, Spring 2021, Spring 2022, Spring 2023, Spring 2024, Spring 2025.
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