Ergonomics

 7.5 ECTS credits
The introductory part of the course is theoretical and includes lectures and study of course literature on
  • basic anatomy and physiology
  • workload ergonomics, system ergonomics, and information ergonomics
  • product ergonomics
  • product ergonomics and design
The second part of the course involves application of theory in the form of minor projects. Students study and make observations of products and workplace design to collect facts for analysis and assessment.

Progressive specialisation: G1F (has less than 60 credits in first‐cycle course/s as entry requirements)
Education level: Undergraduate level
Admission requirements: Registered for Product Development, 15 ECTS credits, or equivalent
Selection: Selection is usually based on your grade point average from upper secondary school or the number of credit points from previous university studies, or both.

More information

  • Start Autumn 2026
  • Mode of study Campus
  • Language Swedish
  • Course code MSGB36
  • Application code KAU-49172
  • Study pace 50% (Day)
  • Study period week 36–45
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