AG40002: Ergonomics In Engineering Design
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| AG40002 | |
|---|---|
| Course name | Ergonomics In Engineering Design |
| Offered by | Agricultural & Food Engineering |
| Credits | 3 |
| L-T-P | 3-0-0 |
| Previous Year Grade Distribution | |
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| Semester | Spring |
Syllabus[edit | edit source]
Syllabus mentioned in ERP[edit | edit source]
Introduction: Ergonomic principles and fundamentals. Man machine systems. Anthropometry: Physiological requirements. Engineering anthropometry. Ergonomic Design: Performance and energy cost of different modes and postures of operation of handles, levers, knobs, gadgets, etc. Ergonomic design of system, equipment, devices and tools. Work Environment: Workplace design and layout of working environment. Vibration and Noise: Effect of machine vibration, noise, thermal stresses on overall system performance. Standardization and Safety: Ergonomic standardization and assessment of product quality, measures for operator safety and comfort.