IE3511 Ergonomics Laboratory Syllabus:

IE3511 Ergonomics Laboratory Syllabus – Anna University Regulation 2021

OBJECTIVE:

To test the principles of human factors engineering in a laboratory
1. Effect of speed of walking on tread mill using heart rate and energy expenditure
2. Effect of workload on heart rate using Ergo cycle.
3. Evaluation of physical fitness using step test
4. Effect of work-rest schedule on physical performance (Ergo cycle / tread mill)
5. Development of anthropometric data for male and female.
6. Application of anthropometric data for the design of desk for students
7. Evaluation of physical facilities (chairs, tables etc.) Through comfort rating.
8. Analysis of noise level in different environment
9. Study of Illumination of work places.
10. Evaluation of cognitive performance of individuals

TOTAL: 30 PERIODS
COURSE OUTCOMES:

The Students should be able to
CO1: Ability to design equipment and the workplace to fit people
CO2: Ability to design the workplace with ergonomics consideration
CO3: Ability to conduct an ergonomic analysis for physical ergonomics topics
CO4: Ability to design the desk and chair considering anthropometric data
CO5: Ability to assess the cognitive performance of the individuals.