EHS 4450 - Introduction to Ergonomics

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Ergonomics and related change management concepts; anthropometry, biomechanics, metabolic energy expenditure, capabilities and limitations of workers; design and analysis of the workplace, hand tools, controls and products; application of the NIOSH lifting guidelines and other standards. (Formerly OSH 445)
Prerequisite(s): (EHS 3380 or EHS 331) (2.5) and (BIO 1002 or BIO 104) (2.0) or (BIO 1200 or BIO 111) (2.0) or (WHP 4000 or WHP 400) (2.0) and (WHP 4030 or WHP 403) (2.0) or (BIO 2100 or BIO 205) (2.0) and (BIO 2600 or BIO 207) (2.0)