3.00 Credits
Students develop a fundamental understanding of how the human physical system functions (musculoskeletal and cardiovascular), and apply this understanding to quantify human physical capacities and demands at work. Students develop a working understanding of using contemporary and state-of-the-art instrumentation systems to measure relevant physical attributes such as human strength, mobility, metabolic energy expenditure, and endurance. The development and application of basic biomechanics models are covered. Finally, students apply the course material to describing and evaluating the risks for workplace musculoskeletal disorders, and developing guidelines for implementing design changes and interventions to enable healthy, safe, and productive work.