Course title
400266002
Ergonomics

 HIRAO Akinari
Course description
　In product design, hardware and software must be designed not only for their performance, but also for human characteristics so that they can be used safely, securely, and comfortably. In this class, students will deepen their understanding of humans and the concepts for better design through ergonomics, a complex science for making products compatible with human characteristics.
Purpose of class
　To understand the concept of ergonomics and human characteristics, and to learn how to apply it to design.
Goals and objectives
  1. Acquire knowledge of basic physiology and psychology, and understand human characteristics.
  2. Understand the basic concepts of ergonomics.
  3. Be able to take an ergonomic approach to design.
Language
Japanese
Class schedule

 Class schedule HW assignments (Including preparation and review of the class.) Amount of Time Required
1. Guidance, Introduction to Ergonomics Check the syllabus. 30minutes
Consider ergonomics cases around you. 60minutes
Download and study the lecture materials. 100minutes
2. Human dimensions, shape and function Download and study the lecture materials. 100minutes
Summarize your thoughts on the lecture content and assignments. 90minutes
3. Human physiology, sensation and perception Download and study the lecture materials. 100minutes
Summarize your thoughts on the lecture content and assignments. 90minutes
4. Human information processing, kansei Download and study the lecture materials. 100minutes
Summarize your thoughts on the lecture content and assignments. 90minutes
5. Human-machine interface design Download and study the lecture materials. 100minutes
Summarize your thoughts on the lecture content and assignments. 90minutes
6. Ergonomics Methodology and Current Trends Download and study the lecture materials. 100minutes
Summarize your thoughts on the lecture content and assignments. 90minutes
7. Summary and Issues Download and study the lecture materials. 100minutes
Review the entire lecture content and summarize your thoughts on ergonomics based on your interests and background. 90minutes
Total. - - 1330minutes
Relationship between 'Goals and Objectives' and 'Course Outcomes'

 小レポート 期末レポート Total.
1. 20% 30% 50%
2. 20% 30% 50%
Total. 40% 60% -
Evaluation method and criteria
Reports will be evaluated on the small reports given in the lectures and the reports to be submitted at the end of the term.
The passing score (60 points) is the level at which the students can explain the concept and basics of ergonomics and apply the concepts.
Feedback on exams, assignments, etc.
ways of feedback specific contents about "Other"
Feedback in the class
Textbooks and reference materials
Textbook: Not specified. Lecture materials will be distributed.
Reference books:
Okada, Goto, Yagi, Yamazaki, Yoshitake, Hajimete manabu ninngennlkougaku, Riko Tosho (ISBN 978-4-8446-0841-7)
Yamaoka (ed.), Design ningenkogaku no kihon, Musashino Art University Press (ISBN 978-4-86463-032-0)
Prerequisites
It is recommended that this course be taken in conjunction with "Practice for Ergonomic Evaluation".
Office hours and How to contact professors for questions
  • Q&A before and after class and when in the room (appointment by e-mail), questions by e-mail are accepted.
Regionally-oriented
Non-regionally-oriented course
Development of social and professional independence
  • Course that cultivates a basic problem-solving skills
  • Course that cultivates an ability for utilizing knowledge
Active-learning course
N/A
Course by professor with work experience
Work experience Work experience and relevance to the course content if applicable
Applicable .
Education related SDGs:the Sustainable Development Goals
  • 3.GOOD HEALTH AND WELL-BEING
  • 9.INDUSTRY, INNOVATION AND INFRASTRUCTURE
  • 12.RESPONSIBLE CONSUMPTION & PRODUCTION
Last modified : Sat Sep 09 06:50:05 JST 2023