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| Unit | FACULTY OF ENGINEERING |
| INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING PR. | |
| Code | ENM223 |
| Name | Ergonomics |
| Term | 2025-2026 Academic Year |
| Semester | 3. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 1-1 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 3 ECTS |
| National Credit | 1.5 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Lisans Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Label | C Compulsory |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Prof. Dr. BEHİCE DURGUN |
| Course Instructor |
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Course Goal / Objective
The purpose of this course is to gain basic knowledge, skills and competences for designing of products and systems, optimize the working and living environment and improve quality of life including health, safety, comfort, aesthetic and sustainablility in order to match humans anatomical, anthropometrical, biomechanical, physiological, cognitive and psychological capabilities and limitations, in particular, from the viewpoint of industrial engineering
Course Content
The course contents address ergonomics knowledge with particular emphasis on industrial engineering: The basic concepts of ergonomics (definition, contents, historical background, and its interdisciplinary character), systems and modelling, anthropometric and biomechanical modelling, man-machine systems, design and arrangement of controls and displays, human senses and work environment, physical space arrangement in workplace, physical workload and energy expenditure, fatigue and resting time, job design and time study, work health and safety, physical and mental performance, psychological and social dimensions of ergonomics. Ethical and professional issues are also addressed throughout the course.
Course Precondition
There are no prerequisites.
Resources
Ergonomics-Alaattin SABANCI
Notes
Previous semester course grades
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Define the basic concepts of ergonomics (definition, contents, historical background and relevant disciplines). |
| LO02 | Define the system and modelling concepts, understand the difficulties in transferring ergonomic data to ergonomic information. |
| LO03 | Explain the basic principles of anthropometrical modelling. |
| LO04 | Explain the basic principles of biomechanical modelling. |
| LO05 | Explain the properties of man-machine systems; evaluate the design and arrangement of controls and displays from the viewpoint of ergonomics. |
| LO06 | Scrutinize the effects of work environment and human senses in ergonomics. |
| LO07 | Arrange physical spaces in design of workplace. |
| LO08 | Correlate physical workload with energy expenditure. |
| LO09 | Describe fatigue and types of fatigue, correlate the contraction types of muscles to fatigue; calculate the working and resting time. |
| LO10 | Know the principles of work health and safety, hazardous materials, work related musculoskeletal disorders and personal protective equipments. |
| LO11 | Explain physical and mental performance, strategic plan, internal auditing and SWOT analysis. Make the flow diagram of performance management. |
| LO12 | Evaluate the psychological elements of ergonomics. |
| LO13 | Evaluate the social elements of ergonomics. |
| LO14 | İntegrate knowledge of ergonomics. |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Acquires sufficient knowledge in mathematics, science and Industrial Engineering discipline-specific subjects; acquires the ability to use theoretical and applied knowledge in these fields in complex engineering problems. | |
| PLO02 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Acquires the ability to identify, define, formulate and analytically solve complex Industrial Engineering problems; and has the ability to select and apply appropriate analysis and modelling methods for this purpose. | |
| PLO03 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Acquires the ability to design a complex system, process, device or product to meet specific requirements under realistic constraints and conditions; acquires the ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose. | |
| PLO04 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Acquires the ability to select and use modern techniques and tools necessary for the analysis and solution of complex problems encountered in Industrial Engineering applications and acquires the ability to use information technologies effectively. | |
| PLO05 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Acquire the skills to design and conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results to investigate complex Industrial Engineering problems or discipline-specific research topics. | 4 |
| PLO06 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Have the ability to work effectively in disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams or individually. | 5 |
| PLO07 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Ability to communicate effectively in Turkish, both verbally and in writing; knowledge of at least one foreign language; ability to write and understand effective reports, prepare design and production reports, make effective presentations, and give and receive clear and understandable instructions. | |
| PLO08 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | They have awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning; they have the ability to access information, follow developments in science and technology, and constantly renew themselves. | |
| PLO09 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Acting in accordance with ethical principles, becoming knowledgeable about the standards used in engineering practices with awareness of professional and ethical responsibility. | 4 |
| PLO10 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Learn about business practices such as project management, risk management and change management, and is aware of entrepreneurship and innovation. | |
| PLO11 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Informed about the universal and societal impacts of engineering practices on health, environment and safety, and the contemporary problems reflected in the field of engineering, and is aware of the legal consequences of engineering solutions. | 4 |
| PLO12 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Benefit from the power of effective communication in professional life and has the ability to interpret developments correctly. | |
| PLO13 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Have the ability to design, develop, implement and improve integrated systems that include machines, people, time, information or money. | 5 |
| PLO14 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | By applying modern design methods, they have the ability to design, develop, implement and improve complex products, processes, businesses and systems under realistic conditions and constraints such as cost, environment, sustainable development, energy, manufacturability, ethics, health, safety and political issues. | 4 |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Basic Concepts of Ergonomics (Definition, Contents, Historical Background, and Relevant Disciplines | Lecturer Notes, reading recommended resources, internet and library database | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Beyin Fırtınası, Örnek Olay, Problem Çözme |
| 2 | Systems and Modelling | Lecturer Notes, recommended resources, internet and library database, preparing questions based on prior knowledge | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Beyin Fırtınası, Örnek Olay |
| 3 | Human Anatomy and Anthropometric Modelling | Lecturer Notes, recommended resources, internet and library database, preparing questions based on prior knowledge | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Beyin Fırtınası, Örnek Olay, Problem Çözme |
| 4 | Biomechanical Modelling | Lecturer Notes, recommended resources, internet and library database, preparing questions based on prior knowledge | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 5 | Man-Machine Systems | Lecturer Notes, recommended resources, internet and library database, preparing questions based on prior knowledge | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Beyin Fırtınası, Örnek Olay, Problem Çözme |
| 6 | Design and Arrangement of Controls and Displays | Lecturer Notes, recommended resources, internet and library database, preparing questions based on prior knowledge | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Beyin Fırtınası, Örnek Olay, Problem Çözme |
| 7 | Human Senses and Work Environment | Lecturer Notes, recommended resources, internet and library database, preparing questions based on prior knowledge | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Beyin Fırtınası, Örnek Olay, Problem Çözme |
| 8 | Senses and Environmental Factors | Lecturer Notes, recommended resources, internet and library database, preparing questions based on prior knowledge | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Beyin Fırtınası, Örnek Olay, Problem Çözme |
| 9 | Physical Workload and Energy Expenditure | Lecturer Notes, recommended resources, internet and library database, preparing questions based on prior knowledge | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Beyin Fırtınası, Örnek Olay, Problem Çözme |
| 10 | MIDTERM EXAM 2 | Integration of learning from different units | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 11 | Fatigue and Resting Time | Lecturer Notes, recommended resources, internet and library database, preparing questions based on prior knowledge | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Benzetim, Beyin Fırtınası, Örnek Olay |
| 12 | Job Analysis and Time Study | Lecturer Notes, recommended resources, internet and library database, preparing questions based on prior knowledge | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Beyin Fırtınası, Örnek Olay, Problem Çözme |
| 13 | Work Health and Safety: Hazardous Materials, Work Related Musculoskeletal Disorders, Peronel Protective Equipment | Lecturer Notes, recommended resources, internet and library database, preparing questions based on prior knowledge | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Beyin Fırtınası, Örnek Olay, Problem Çözme |
| 14 | Psychological and Social Dimensions of Ergonomics, Performance Management | Lecturer Notes, recommended resources, internet and library database, preparing questions based on prior knowledge | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Beyin Fırtınası, Örnek Olay, Problem Çözme |
| 15 | Submitting Assignment and Presentation | Research, preparing questions, team work, lifelong learning, critical thinking | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Grup Çalışması, Beyin Fırtınası, Örnek Olay, Bireysel Çalışma, Problem Çözme |
| 16 | Term Exams | Integration of learning from different units | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 17 | Term Exams | Integration of learning from different units | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
Assessment (Exam) Methods and Criteria
Current term shares have not yet been determined. Shares of the previous term are shown.
| Assessment Type | Midterm / Year Impact | End of Term / End of Year Impact |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Midterm Exam | 100 | 40 |
| General Assessment | ||
| Midterm / Year Total | 100 | 40 |
| 1. Final Exam | - | 60 |
| Grand Total | - | 100 |
Student Workload - ECTS
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Workload (Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Related Works | |||
| Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) | 14 | 2 | 28 |
| Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 14 | 2 | 28 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 5 | 5 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 12 | 12 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 75 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 3,00 | ||
| ECTS | 3 ECTS | ||