ei002 Ergonomics and Its Anatomical Basis

Faculty of Sports Studies
spring 2026
Extent and Intensity
0/1/0. 2 credit(s). Type of Completion: z (credit).
Synchronous online teaching
Teacher(s)
Mgr. Marta Gimunová, Ph.D. (seminar tutor)
Thaus Pousada García, PhD (seminar tutor)
Guaranteed by
Mgr. Marta Gimunová, Ph.D.
Department of Physical Activities and Health Sciences – Faculty of Sports Studies
Contact Person: Ing. Zuzana Florianová
Supplier department: Department of Physical Activities and Health Sciences – Faculty of Sports Studies
Prerequisites (in Czech)
BOZP_OK(bozp_po_stud_fsps)
Course Enrolment Limitations
The course is only offered to the students of the study fields the course is directly associated with.

The capacity limit for the course is 15 student(s).
Current registration and enrolment status: enrolled: 0/15, only registered: 0/15
fields of study / plans the course is directly associated with
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Course objectives
The aim of this course is to apply the knowledge of anatomy in the field of ergonomic environments, to know the specific home adjustment based on anthropometry measurements, and to compare differences in laws regarding ergonomics in different countries. It is a COIL curse (Collaborative Online International Learning) in association with University of A Coruña, Spain. COIL curse provides an international learning experience without the need of mobility.
Learning outcomes
After completing this course, the student will be able:
1. to describe the anatomical concerns in the process of design and selecting ergonomic products
2. to interpret the anthropometric tables and carry out anthropometric measurements
3. to analyse the level of accessibility of their common spaces (home, faculty,…)
4. to work in an intercultural group in an online environment
Syllabus
  • 1. Ergonomics and common spaces in different countries
  • 2. Anatomical and anthropometrical aspects in the design of common spaces and ergonomic products
  • 3. Differences in laws regarding ergonomics in different countries
Literature
  • Contemporary sport, leisure and ergonomics. Edited by Thomas Reilly - G. Atkinson. London: Routledge, 2009, xii, 371. ISBN 9780203892459. info
  • HELANDER, Martin. A guide to human factors and ergonomics. Edited by Martin Helander. 2nd ed. Boca Raton, FL: CRC Taylor & Francis, 2006, 388 s. ISBN 0415282489. info
  • Bodyspaceanthropometry, ergonomics, and the design of work. Edited by Stephen Pheasant - C. M. Haslegrave. 2nd ed. Boca raton: Taylor & Francis, 2003, x, 244 p. ISBN 9780203482650. info
Teaching methods
Online lessons, work in international teams on assignments; presentation, discussion.
Assessment methods
For credits, students have to attend online seminars (active participation) and submit assignments.
29 Sep 10:30-11:30 am
22 Dec 4-5 pm
Language of instruction
English
Further Comments
The course is taught each semester.
The course is also listed under the following terms autumn 2021.
  • Enrolment Statistics (spring 2026, recent)
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