Duration
25h Th, 5h Pr
Number of credits
Lecturer
Substitute(s)
Language(s) of instruction
French language
Organisation and examination
Teaching in the second semester
Schedule
Units courses prerequisite and corequisite
Prerequisite or corequisite units are presented within each program
Learning unit contents
This introductory course aims at providing the student with sound theoretical knowledge for analysing and modelling sociotechnical systems, as well as practical bases on workplace analysis and risk assessment. During this course, we will discuss how the knowledge about human capabilities and limitations can be applied to the design of workplaces, work methods and jobs for optimal safety, well-being and overall system performance.
Topics include: the ergonomic approach to work analysis, regulations in ergonomics, methods for analysing work activity and risk exposure, physical risks and occupational accidents, musculoskeletal disorders, psychosocial risk factors, shift work and chronobiology, telework, platform work, Industry 4.0, and safety culture.
Learning outcomes of the learning unit
Introduction to the ergonomic approach to work analysis from a theoretical and methodological point of view.
By the end of the learning unit, the student will be able to carry out an analysis of the work activity and identify ways of optimising the work system.
Prerequisite knowledge and skills
Planned learning activities and teaching methods
Ex cathedra courses.
Mode of delivery (face to face, distance learning, hybrid learning)
Blended learning
Additional information:
Hybrid.
The course is expected to be face-to-face, but there is a possibility that some lessons will be taught remotely.
Recommended or required readings
A reading book is available to the student on myuliege and is part of the examination material.
Exam(s) in session
Any session
- In-person
written exam ( multiple-choice questionnaire )
Additional information:
The examination could take place online depending on the covid situation.
Work placement(s)
Organisational remarks and main changes to the course
The course is not taught every week in order to leave time to work on the reading book. Lessons will be reported in the calendar.
Contacts
pberastegui@uliege.be
Association of one or more MOOCs
Items online
2nd course in ergonomic psychology
2nd course in ergonomic psychology on the notions of variability and regulation and on the methodology of ergonomic intervention and activity analysis.
Physical Ergonomics
Physical ergonomics