Ergonomics

Instructor: Ioannis Giannatsis
Course Code: ΤΕΠΑΡ31
Semester: 6th (Spring)
Requirements: –
Language of Teaching: Greek
European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System (ECTS): 5,5

Ergonomic knowledge is essential both in our professional and everyday life. This course introduces the capabilities and limitations of the human body and the way this knowledge can be used in product design & development for creating products that are both easy to use and attractive, as well as in workplace design for accomplishing high levels of work productivity and occupational safety.
In this context, the course analyses elements of the structure and function of the human body and the factors that harm it, while providing advice on the prevention of occupational accidents and occupational diseases that improve the everyday life of the human being. To better understand the human decision-making process and our cognitive limits part of the course focuses on basic cognitive processes and the basic function/characteristics of associated systems such as the brain, sensory organs and the musculoskeletal and nervous system. Processes associated with human energy production and consumption through physical activity are also discussed.
Upon successful completion of the course, the students will be able to: