Ergonomics and Design
- Grade Level: Junior High (7-9)-Senior High (10-12)
- Subjects: Art and Design
- Produced By: Classroom Video
- Year: 2002
- Country: Australia
- Language: English
- Running Time: 20m
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Ergonomics is about matching products, workspaces and tasks with people. The aim of ergonomics in design is "usability". Ergonomic principles need to be considered throughout the design process in order to meets the needs of the user. These issues are examined under the headings: ergonomics (definition), understandability, physical fit, anthropometry, applying ergonomics in design, non adjustable design, broad user range (Can opener), adjustable designs (Seating), specialized design (Triathlete's cycle shoe).