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Dec 02, 2024
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KIN 340 - Ergonomics Units: 3 To provide knowledge and skills to anticipate, identify, analyze and control the risks that arise from physically demanding activity. Design environments that maximize the musculoskeletal health of workers.
Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground. Grading: A-F grading only. Course Typically Offered: Spring ONLY
Student Learning Outcomes - Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to: - Demonstrate an understanding of the principles of ergonomics, and its relevance to creating a healthy and safe environment.
- Demonstrate an understanding of, and apply, the underlying fields of anthropometry, biomechanics and physiology as they relate to occupational ergonomics.
- Anticipate, identify and analyze complex risks that may lead to the onset of musculoskeletal disorders.
- Critically review recent developments in evidence based strategies for the prevention of physically demanding musculoskeletal disorders.
- Demonstrate mastery in the application of ergonomic principles to the design of physically active environments.
- Critically evaluate and report on the impact of a range of complex physical factors on human performance.
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