International Diploma in Advanced Ergonomics

Course Overview

The International Diploma in Advanced Ergonomics is an intensive program tailored for professionals seeking to deepen their expertise in the field of ergonomics. This advanced diploma provides a thorough grounding in both theoretical concepts and practical applications, emphasizing the integration of ergonomic principles into workplace design and processes.

Key Components of the Program:

1. Human Anatomy and Physiology: Understanding the human body, its functions, and limitations to design workspaces that minimize strain and injury.

2. Biomechanics: Studying the mechanical aspects of human movement and how they apply to the design of tools, equipment, and workstations.

3. Cognitive Ergonomics: Focusing on the mental processes involved in work tasks, such as perception, memory, reasoning, and motor response, to enhance user experience and performance.

4. Occupational Health and Safety: Learning to identify, assess, and mitigate workplace hazards to promote a safe working environment.

5. Ergonomic Assessment Methods: Training in various techniques and tools used to evaluate and improve workplace ergonomics, including observational methods, surveys, and physical assessments.

6. Workplace Design: Applying ergonomic principles to the design of workspaces, ensuring that they are tailored to the needs and capabilities of workers.

7. Human-Computer Interaction: Exploring the relationship between people and computers to design more intuitive and user-friendly interfaces.

8. Regulations and Standards: Understanding the legal and regulatory frameworks governing workplace ergonomics and ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Learning Outcomes

Mode of Delivery

Training sessions will be conducted through Microsoft Team Meetings in an online format, or through LMS or face-to-face delivery. Invitations for the meeting will be distributed one day before the commencement of the training program. Training is either delivered by an accredited training provider or an affiliate training center.

Course Content

Training should emphasize on the following contents;

• Introduction to Ergonomics: Overview of ergonomics, scope, and importance in workplace safety and productivity.
• Fundamentals of Ergonomics: Core principles of human factors, human–machine interaction, and workplace design.
• Anatomy and Biomechanics: Basics of body mechanics, posture, and musculoskeletal health in ergonomics.
• Workplace and Workstation Design: Ergonomic design for offices, industries, and healthcare environments.
• Occupational Health and Ergonomics: Prevention and management of work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs).
• Standards and Regulations: Key international ergonomics standards and guidelines (ISO, OSHA, ANSI, HSE).
• Cognitive Ergonomics: Human perception, workload, decision-making, and human–computer interaction.
• Risk Assessment and Control: Ergonomic hazard identification and methods such as RULA, REBA, and NIOSH.
• Environmental Ergonomics: Impact of lighting, noise, temperature, and vibration on human performance.
• Advanced Topics: Sustainability, Lean Six Sigma, and emerging technologies in ergonomics.
• Practical Applications: Workplace assessments, ergonomic interventions, and project work.

Entry Requirements

Program Duration

This Diploma is designed to help you reach your goals at your own pace and on your schedule. Instructional contact time must be a minimum of 8 hours. Most students intend to complete their studies via online learning within 1 month.

Examination

All students must achieve a minimum 70% score to successfully pass the examination which shall be taken online through AISP assigned portal. After successful completion of the examination, students will get their results immediately on their registered emails. This is an open-book exam and students are permitted to use a separate browser window to review course content while taking the exam. If you do not pass the examination you may retake the examination. Students are allowed to take an exam three times within one month. During this time, students should review the course material to improve their understanding.

Additional Information

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