IE228 ErgonomicsIstanbul Okan UniversityDegree Programs Industrial Engineering (English)General Information For StudentsDiploma SupplementErasmus Policy StatementNational Qualifications
Industrial Engineering (English)
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 6

General course introduction information

Course Code: IE228
Course Name: Ergonomics
Course Semester: Spring
Course Credits:
Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
3 0 3 5
Language of instruction: EN
Course Requisites:
Does the Course Require Work Experience?: No
Type of course: Compulsory
Course Level:
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE:6. Master`s Degree QF-EHEA:First Cycle EQF-LLL:6. Master`s Degree
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator : Prof. Dr. AHMET FAHRİ ÖZOK
Course Lecturer(s): Prof. Dr. AHMET FAHRİ ÖZOK
Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives: The aim of the course is to give to the students the main consepts of ergonomics.
The quantification of man-machine systems.
Detailed study of work systems (Man, machine, environment, relationship, aim, input and output).
The students prepared to work in any complicated man-machine systems and to find creative solutions and apply them in real problems.

Course Content: The importance of ergonomics in industrial engineering.
Main elements of industrial and service systems.
Productivity and efficiency in different man-machine system and their dimensions.
Physical, psychological and sociological work environment.
Deterministic, probabilistic and fuzzy modelling of complicated man-machine systems.
Anthropometric design of man-machine system.
Presentation of an important consept of ergonomics by different student groups
Presentation of term project.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
Learning Outcomes
1 - Knowledge
Theoretical - Conceptual
1) To learn how to design man-machine systems. The necessary steps of design elements building a new work system. Develop creative solution ideas. Learning how to quantify man-machine systems.
2 - Skills
Cognitive - Practical
3 - Competences
Communication and Social Competence
Learning Competence
Field Specific Competence
Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility

Lesson Plan

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Introduction to ergonomics and general concepts None
2) Elements of the Man-Machine System None
3) Productivity and Efficiency None
4) Stress and Strain None
5) Muscular Work None
6) Mental Work None
7) Anthropometric Design None
8) Total Quality Management, Six Sigma, Total Productive Maintenance, 5S and Ergonomics None
9) Quantification of Man-Machine Systems None
10) Technical Visit to an Industrial Company None
11) General Evaluation of the Course Yoktur
12) Discussing real ergonomic situations with students None
13) Term Project Presentation of Each Project Group None
14) Term Project Presentation of Each Project Group None
15) Term Project Presentation of Each Project Group None

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Ergonomics ( Course Text by Prof. Dr. Ahmet F. Özok)

References: Some english and german textbooks.

Course-Program Learning Outcome Relationship

Learning Outcomes

1

Program Outcomes
1) Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering subjects pertaining to the relevant discipline; ability to use theoretical and applied information in these areas to model and solve engineering problems.
2) Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply proper analysis and modelling methods for this purpose.
3) Ability to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way so as to meet the desired result; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose. (Realistic constraints and conditions may include factors such as economic and environmental issues, sustainability, manufacturability, ethics, health, safety issues, and social and political issues according to the nature of the design.)
4) Ability to devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for engineering practice; ability to employ information technologies effectively.
5) Ability to design and conduct experiments, gather data, analyse and interpret results for investigating engineering problems.
6) Ability to work efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; ability to work individually.
7) Ability to communicate effectively i Turkish, both orally and in writing; knowledge of a minimum of one foreign language.
8) Recognition of the need for lifelong learning; ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continue to educate him/herself.
9) Awareness of professional and ethical responsibility.
10) Information about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development.
11) Knowledge about contemporary issues and the global and societal effects of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety; awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions.

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Low 3 Average 4 High 5 Highest
           
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering subjects pertaining to the relevant discipline; ability to use theoretical and applied information in these areas to model and solve engineering problems. 2
2) Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply proper analysis and modelling methods for this purpose. 1
3) Ability to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way so as to meet the desired result; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose. (Realistic constraints and conditions may include factors such as economic and environmental issues, sustainability, manufacturability, ethics, health, safety issues, and social and political issues according to the nature of the design.) 5
4) Ability to devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for engineering practice; ability to employ information technologies effectively. 2
5) Ability to design and conduct experiments, gather data, analyse and interpret results for investigating engineering problems. 3
6) Ability to work efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; ability to work individually. 3
7) Ability to communicate effectively i Turkish, both orally and in writing; knowledge of a minimum of one foreign language. 3
8) Recognition of the need for lifelong learning; ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continue to educate him/herself. 5
9) Awareness of professional and ethical responsibility. 5
10) Information about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development. 1
11) Knowledge about contemporary issues and the global and societal effects of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety; awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions. 5

Learning Activity and Teaching Methods

Field Study
Expression
Brainstorming/ Six tihnking hats
Individual study and homework
Group study and homework
Homework
Report Writing
Q&A / Discussion
Technical Tour
Application (Modelling, Design, Model, Simulation, Experiment etc.)

Assessment & Grading Methods and Criteria

Written Exam (Open-ended questions, multiple choice, true-false, matching, fill in the blanks, sequencing)
Homework
Application
Individual Project
Group project
Presentation
Reporting
Bilgisayar Destekli Sunum
Case study presentation

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Homework Assignments 7 % 2
Project 1 % 3
Midterms 1 % 45
Final 1 % 50
total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 50
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 50
total % 100

Workload and ECTS Credit Grading

Activities Number of Activities Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 10 5 50
Presentations / Seminar 5 5 25
Project 5 5 25
Homework Assignments 5 5 25
Midterms 1 1 1
Final 1 1 1
Total Workload 127