Simon Fraser University
Engaging the World

Course Outlines

Fall 2025 - BPK 180W D200

Introduction to Ergonomics (3)

Class Number: 7548

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    Sep 3 – Dec 2, 2025: Wed, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
    Burnaby

    Sep 3 – Dec 2, 2025: Fri, 12:30–2:20 p.m.
    Burnaby

  • Exam Times + Location:

    Dec 4, 2025
    Thu, 12:00–3:00 p.m.
    Burnaby

  • Prerequisites:

    Grade 12 Biology or Physics, Grade 12 Math.

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

Intended for students with a potential interest in ergonomics or human factors. The course surveys the design of work, the workplace environment, information systems, and consumer products. Topics include musculoskeletal disorders, manual materials handling, workplace design, organization of work, design of human/machine interfaces, environmental ergonomics, industrial design, and legal and social issues. Students with credit for BPK 180 may not take this course for further credit. Writing.

Materials

REQUIRED READING NOTES:

Your personalized Course Material list, including digital and physical textbooks, are available through the SFU Bookstore website by simply entering your Computing ID at: shop.sfu.ca/course-materials/my-personalized-course-materials.

Department Undergraduate Notes:

It is the responsibility of the student to keep their BPK course outlines if they plan on furthering their education.

Registrar Notes:

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: YOUR WORK, YOUR SUCCESS

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RELIGIOUS ACCOMMODATION

Students with a faith background who may need accommodations during the term are encouraged to assess their needs as soon as possible and review the Multifaith religious accommodations website. The page outlines ways they begin working toward an accommodation and ensure solutions can be reached in a timely fashion.