REH127
Ergonomics in Rehabilitation Management
Ergonomics, or human factors, is concerned with designing elements of a system to optimize human well-being and system performance. Ergonomics philosophy and methods provide a framework for work and workplace evaluations, injury prevention, and accommodation.
This course will give you a foundation in ergonomics within the context of rehabilitation management. We’ll explore topics such as hierarchical task analysis, process flow, link analysis, RULA process, and strain index. You will also develop the preliminary skills you need to apply a human-centered systems approach to evaluating the workplace and designing appropriate interventions.
| Section | Sessions | Dates | Time | Campus | Instructor(s) | Cost | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| REH127-SU1134 | 3 - Thu–Sat | Summer 2013 |
8:30 am–4:30 pm | Sur | Dan Robinson | $750 + HST = $840 | Closed |
What will I learn?
After completing this course, you should be able to do the following:
- Discuss the history, philosophy, and underlying premises of ergonomics
- Explain systems theory and the human-centred approach
- Describe job analysis: task description and hierarchical task analysis, job demands analysis
- Describe physical exposure assessment: hands and upper extremities, back and manual handling
- Understand general guidance and process for designing interventions
- Outline engineering and administrative interventions and solutions
- Explain the cost justification for ergonomic interventions
How will I learn?
This course consists of lectures, case studies, demonstrations and group discussions. Classes are during the day, from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, at SFU Surrey.
Besides attending all 21 hours of classes, you must participate in discussions and review all handouts.
How will I be evaluated?
We evaluate this course through individual and group exercises.
Textbooks and learning materials
There is no textbook for this course. You will receive class notes.
Professional development credits
This course may meet the requirements for the following designation(s):
- Vocational Rehabilitation Association Canada - Continuing Education Units
- BC Association of Kinesiologists - Continuing Education Units