| INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING | |||||
| Bachelor | TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 | QF-EHEA: First Cycle | EQF-LLL: Level 6 | ||
| Course Code | Course Name | Semester | Theoretical | Practical | Credit | ECTS |
| INE2012 | Work Study and Ergonomics | Spring | 3 | 0 | 3 | 5 |
| The course opens with the approval of the Department at the beginning of each semester |
| Language of instruction: | En |
| Type of course: | Must Course |
| Course Level: | Bachelor |
| Mode of Delivery: | Hybrid |
| Course Coordinator : | Assoc. Prof. OĞUZHAN ERDİNÇ |
| Course Objectives: | * Work study and ergonomics are fundamental aspects of industrial engineering. “Work process” is an abstract structure, and industrial engineers need to use work study tools (e.g. process charts, flow diagrams) to analyze and improve the processes. The students will learn how to calculate standard time of a process. * An industrial engineer should know how to evaluate ergonomic risks, and how to build ergonomic workplaces for health and safety of the employees. The students will learn the fundamentals of ergonomics, and tools and techniques of evaluating ergonomic risks in workplaces. Cognitive aspects of ergonomics in human-machine systems will be discussed. * The course will be enriched with active learning applications and interactive problem solving sessions. |
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The students who have succeeded in this course; 1. Describe methods analysis concept and approaches, analyze a process using methods analysis tools and propose 2. Describe time study and work sampling methods, and calculate standard time for a process by using these methods 3. Define the basic principles of physical ergonomics, calculate anthropometric mesaures required in work design and calculate necessary rest time in physical tasks 4. Describe and numerically analyze physical ergonomics risks in industrial and office environment, and propose improvements 5. Define information processing and describe the use of cognitive ergonomics in machine and computer systems. |
| Introduction Methods Analysis: tools & techniques Work measurement: Time study Work measurement: work sampling Intro to ergonomics Human in ergonomics Anthropometry, Physical work and work-rest cycles Physical ergonomic risks and improvements in industrial work environment Quick Exposure Check (QEC) method NIOSH Recommended Weight Limit (RWL) model for manual material handling Cognitive ergonomics and human machine system Human computer systems and user experience Ergonomics in computer work Additional ergonomic risk assessment tools |
| Week | Subject | Related Preparation | |
| 1) | Course overview: Introduction Practice hours: meeting & introduction | Review syllabus | |
| 2) | Methods Analysis: tools & techniques Practice hour: Work Study and Methods Analysis discussion | Review course notes | |
| 3) | Methods Analysis: tools & techniques Practice hour: Active Learning Activity (ALA)-1: Flow process chart | Review course notes | |
| 4) | Work measurement: Time study Practice hour: Active Learning Activity (ALA)-2: Multiple activity chart | Review course notes | |
| 5) | Work measurement: work sampling Practice hour: ALA-3: Two-handed process chart | Review course notes | |
| 6) | Work measurement problems, Intro to ergonomics, Practice hour: ALA-4: Time study | Review course notes | |
| 7) | Mid-term exam Practice hour: Lecture and problem solving | Review course notes | |
| 8) | Physical work and work-rest cycles Practice: Human in ergonomics, anthropometry | Review course notes | |
| 9) | Physical ergonomics risks Practice hour: Lecture and problem solving | Review course notes | |
| 10) | Industry Seminar Practice hour: Ergonomic improvements in industrial workplaces & Quick Exposure Check (QEC): A method for assessment of ergonomic risks | Review course notes | |
| 11) | NIOSH Recommended Weight Limit (RWL) model for manual material handling Practice: QEC Application and additional methods | Review course notes | |
| 12) | Ergonomics in computer work Practice: NIOSH RWL model - Problem solving | Review course notes | |
| 13) | Cognitive ergonomics and human machine system Practice hour: Innovative Technologies in Ergonomics | Review course notes | |
| 14) | Human computer systems and user experience & Term Review Practice hour: Additional ergonomic risk assessment methods | Review course notes | |
| Course Notes: | *Andris Freivalds, Benjamin Niebel, Niebel’s Methods, Standards, & Work Design, Mcgraw Hill, 13th Ed. (2013) *George Kanatwy, Introduction to Work Study, International Labour Office, Geneva, (1992) *Pamela McCauley Bush, Ergonomics: Foundational Principles, Applications, and Technologies, CRC Press, (2012) |
| References: | *Ders sunumları *Bilimsel makaleler, araştırma raporları - Al-Saleh K. 2011 “Productivity improvement of a motor vehicle inspection station using motion and time study techniques”, JKSU – Engineering Sciences, 23, 33-41. - Ammenwerth & Spötl, 2009, “The time needed for clinical documentation versus direct patient care”, Methods Inf Med, 48, 84-91 - Koltan. A. 2009 “An ergonomics approach model to prevention of occupational musculoskeletal injuries”, JOSE, 15, 1, 113-124 - Workplace Safety and Health Council -Singapore, 2014, Workplace Safety and Health Guidelines. - Quick Exposure Reference Guidelines, HSE |
| Semester Requirements | Number of Activities | Level of Contribution |
| Attendance | 0 | % 0 |
| Laboratory | 4 | % 20 |
| Application | 0 | % 0 |
| Field Work | 0 | % 0 |
| Special Course Internship (Work Placement) | 0 | % 0 |
| Quizzes | % 0 | |
| Homework Assignments | 0 | % 0 |
| Presentation | 0 | % 0 |
| Project | 0 | % 0 |
| Seminar | 1 | % 5 |
| Midterms | 1 | % 35 |
| Preliminary Jury | 0 | % 0 |
| Final | 1 | % 40 |
| Paper Submission | 0 | % 0 |
| Jury | 0 | % 0 |
| Bütünleme | % 0 | |
| Total | % 100 | |
| PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK | % 60 | |
| PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK | % 40 | |
| Total | % 100 | |
| Activities | Number of Activities | Duration (Hours) | Workload |
| Course Hours | 14 | 2 | 28 |
| Laboratory | 14 | 2 | 28 |
| Application | 4 | 2 | 8 |
| Special Course Internship (Work Placement) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Field Work | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Study Hours Out of Class | 14 | 2 | 28 |
| Presentations / Seminar | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Project | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Homework Assignments | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Quizzes | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Preliminary Jury | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Midterms | 1 | 20 | 20 |
| Paper Submission | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Jury | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Final | 1 | 40 | 40 |
| Total Workload | 152 | ||
| No Effect | 1 Lowest | 2 Low | 3 Average | 4 High | 5 Highest |
| Program Outcomes | Level of Contribution | |
| 1) | Build up a body of knowledge in mathematics, science and industrial engineering subjects; use theoretical and applied information in these areas to model and solve complex engineering problems. | 4 |
| 2) | Identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; select and apply proper analysis and modeling methods for this purpose. | |
| 3) | Design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the desired result; apply modern design methods for this purpose. The ability to apply modern design methods to meet this objective. | |
| 4) | Devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for solving complex problems in industrial engineering practice; employ information technologies effectively. | |
| 5) | Design and conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for investigating the complex problems specific to industrial engineering. | |
| 6) | Cooperate efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; and show self-reliance when working independently. | 4 |
| 7) | Demonstrate effective communication skills in both oral and written English and Turkish. Writing and understanding reports, preparing design and production reports, making effective presentations, giving and receiving clear and understandable instructions. | |
| 8) | Recognize the need for lifelong learning; show ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continuously educate him/herself. | |
| 9) | Develop an awareness of professional and ethical responsibility, and behaving accordingly. Information about the standards used in engineering applications. | 4 |
| 10) | Know business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; develop an awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development. | |
| 11) | Know contemporary issues and the global and societal effects of modern age engineering practices on health, environment, and safety; recognize the legal consequences of engineering solutions. | 5 |
| 12) | Develop effective and efficient managerial skills. | 5 |