Physical Ergonomics (OHSS3001)
Information valid for Semester 1, 2025
Course level
Undergraduate
Faculty
School
School of the Environment
Units
2
Duration
One Semester
Attendance mode
In Person
Class hours
General contact hours 28 Hours/ Ad Hoc
This course is delivered over 2 intensive weekends. Please see course profile for more information.
Incompatible
OHSS7007 (no longer offered)
Assessment methods
Project report, practical worksheets, problem solution, video
Course enquiries
Associate Professor Margaret Cook (Semester 1, Regular, St Lucia, In person)
A/Prof Margaret Cook (m.cook4@uq.edu.au)
Work Integrated Learning
Field Experience
Current course offerings
| Course offerings | Location | Mode | Course Profile |
| Semester 1, 2025 (24/02/2025 - 21/06/2025) | St Lucia | In Person | Course Profile |
Please Note: Course profiles marked as not available may still be in development.
Course description
Ergonomics is the scientific discipline concerned with the fundamental understanding of interactions among humans and other elements of a system and the application of appropriate methods theory and data to improve human well-being and overall system performance. Derived from the Greek ergon (work) and nomos (laws) to denote the science of work, ergonomics is a systems-orientated discipline which now extends across all aspects of human activity. Ergonomics promotes a holistic approach in which considerations of physical, social, organisational, environmental and other relevant factors are taken into account. In particular the course provides students with advanced skills and knowledge to effectively identify, analyse and control risks arising from physically demanding work. Through a range of lectures, case studies and workshops students will master specific analysis techniques and will critically review the current strategies for the minimisation of work-related musculoskeletal disorders.
