Ergonomics is the scientific discipline concerned with the understanding of interactions among humans and other elements of a system, and the profession that applies theory, principles, data and methods to design in a way to optimize human well-being and the overall system performance.Many people suffer because their conditions at work and home are incompatible with their needs, abilities and limitations. This situation affects their safety and welfare, as well as, that of organizations and societies.High technology can make our lives more efficient and exciting. However, fascination with technology and overly ambitious business expectations can cause us to overlook human factor risk. Neglecting these risks can have serious effects on manufacturers, suppliers and service enterprises.

Therefore, the graduate in ergonomics and human factors will have a more important role in the postmodern era to help in propagating theoretical and practical aspects of the field, advancing the frontiers of knowledge by doing research and innovating and promoting health and well-being by designing products and work places ergonomically.

For the time being, the Islamic Republic of Iran is the pioneer for offering this course in the Middle East in terms of the educational excellence, and research products concerning ergonomics studies. In the next 10 years, the main mission of the program is to train committed, knowledgeable and competent graduates in this multidisciplinary field.

Expected Competencies at the End of the Program

Specific Competencies and Skills

At the end of the program learners will be competent in the following skills:

• Keeping the physical and psychological environment as well as the workplace healthy
• Using specialized equipment
• Working in professional environments
• Handling the bio-signal equipment and data processing

• Interpreting the test results

Duration: 2.5 years

Courses and number of credits:

Compensontary:                           24 credits

Special Courses:                          2 credits

Thesis:                                           5 credits

Total:                                              31 credits

Program Curriculum

For more information, please download: Program Curriculum of Ergonomics