Ergonomics

Ergonomics is the science that addresses human performance factors (human engineering) and how they relate to the job, the workplace, tools and the environment.

Currently, ergonomic-related injuries are one of — if not the largest — cause of worker compensation cost to U.S. industry. Ergonomic-related injuries or workplace musculoskeletal disorders are one of the most significant occupational safety and health problems in the United States, according to the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health.

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Curriculum

Ergonomics requires 16 or more credits in the following specified areas. 

Completion of an approved concentration will be designated on the student’s transcript.

Required Courses

  • BR200 Introduction to Biomedical & Rehabilitation Engineering, Science and Technology (3 cr.)
  • EHS330 Safety Analysis: Environment, Health and Safety Assessment (3 cr.)
  • EV400/401 Capstone Project Related to Ergonomics (4 cr.)

Electives

Complete two courses from the list below:

  • BY350 Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy (3 cr.)
  • BY360 Comparative Physiology (3 cr.)
  • BY471 Anatomy & Physiology I (3 cr.)
  • BY472 Anatomy & Physiology II (3 cr.)
  • ME380 Special Topic: Biomechanics (3 cr.)
  • PT460 Kinesiology II - Function Anatomy (3 cr.)

Other suitable ergonomics-related courses can be approved by the director of Institute for a Sustainable Environment or designee.