IE309 Ergonomics
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Industrial Engineering
TBA
Course Lecturer
Course Objectives
This course acquire students to recognize, evaluate, and control work place conditions that cause or contribute to employee safety and productivity issues. They will be able to understand and define components of ergonomics; work physiology; anthropometry; musculoskeletal disorders; common risk factors such as vibration, temperature, material handling, repetition, and lifting; computer workstations; elements of an ergonomic program; and developing the business case for ergonomic improvements. Course emphasis is on office and foundry “shop floor” examples, covering analysis and design of workstations, equipment and workflow.
Learning Outcomes
After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:
Course Materials
Required Textbook
"Work System and the Methods, Measurement and Management of Work", M. Groover, Pearson, 2007
Additional Literature
Teaching Methods
Classroom lectures, discussions with examples
Case studies
Seminar
Weekly Topics
| Week | Topic | Readings / References |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction | i |
| 2 | Introduction to ergonomics and human factors | Ch. 22 |
| 3 | Physical ergonomics: Work psychology and anthropometry | Ch. 23 |
| 4 | Physical ergonomics: Work psychology and anthropometry; Quiz 1 | Ch. 23 |
| 5 | Cognitive ergonomics: The human sensory system and information processing | Ch. 24 |
| 6 | Cognitive ergonomics: The human sensory system and information processing | Ch. 24 |
| 7 | The physical work environment | Ch. 25 |
| 8 | Midterm exam | |
| 9 | The physical work environment | Ch. 25 |
| 10 | Occupation safety and health | Ch. 26 |
| 11 | Occupation safety and health | Ch. 26 |
| 12 | Controls and displays; Quiz 2 | Ch. 10 (Kroemer) |
| 13 | Worker evaluation and the social organization at work | Ch. 28 |
| 14 | Job evaluation and performance appraisal | Ch. 29 |
| 15 | Seminars presentations |
Course Schedule (All Sections)
Office Hours & Room
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Assessment Components
Final Exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4 5
Seminar
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 3 4 5
In-term Exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 3
Quizes
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4 5
IUS Grading System
| Grading Scale | IUS Grading System | IUS Coeff. | Letter (B&H) | Numerical (B&H) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 - 44 | F | 0 | F | 5 |
| 45 - 54 | E | 1 | ||
| 55 - 64 | C | 2 | E | 6 |
| 65 - 69 | C+ | 2.3 | D | 7 |
| 70 -74 | B- | 2.7 | ||
| 75 - 79 | B | 3 | C | 8 |
| 80 - 84 | B+ | 3.3 | ||
| 85 - 94 | A- | 3.7 | B | 9 |
| 95 - 100 | A | 4 | A | 10 |
Late Work Policy
Information about late submission policies will be shared during class and posted in this section. Please check back for official guidelines.
ECTS Credit Calculation
📚 Student Workload
This 6 ECTS credit course corresponds to 150 hours of total student workload, distributed as follows:
Lecture Hours
28 hours ⏳ (14 week × 2 h)
Seminar
56 hours ⏳ (14 week × 4 h)
Quiz 1
12 hours ⏳ (2 week × 6 h)
Quiz 1
12 hours ⏳ (2 week × 6 h)
In-term Exam Study
14 hours ⏳ (1 week × 14 h)
Final Exam Study
28 hours ⏳ (2 week × 14 h)
150 Total Workload Hours
6 ECTS Credits
Course Policies
Academic Integrity
All work submitted must be your own. Plagiarism, cheating, or any form of academic dishonesty will result in disciplinary action according to university policies. When in doubt about citation practices, consult the instructor.
Attendance Policy
Students are expected to adhere to the attendance requirements as outlined in the International University of Sarajevo Study Rules and Regulations. Excessive absences, whether excused or unexcused, may impact academic performance and eligibility for assessment. Mandatory sessions (e.g., labs, workshops) require attendance unless formally exempted. For detailed policies on absences, documentation, and penalties, please refer to the official university regulations.
Technology & AI Policy
Laptops/tablets may be used for note-taking only during lectures. Phones should be silenced and put away during all class sessions. Audio/video recording requires prior permission from the instructor.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Usage: The use of AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Copilot, Gemini) varies by assessment component. Please refer to the AI usage indicator next to each assessment item in the Assessment Methods and Criteria section above. Submitting AI-generated content as your own work, where AI is not explicitly allowed, constitutes an academic integrity violation.
Communication Policy
All course-related communication should occur through official university channels (institutional email or SIS). Emails should include [IE309] in the subject line.
Academic Quality Assurance Policy
Course Academic Quality Assurance is achieved through Semester Student Survey. At the end of each academic year, the institution of higher education is obliged to evaluate work of the academic staff, or the success of realization of the curricula.
Learning Tips
Be prepared to contribute thoughtfully during class discussions, labs, or collaborative work. Active participation deepens understanding and encourages critical thinking.
Complete assigned readings or prep materials before class. Take notes, highlight key ideas, and jot down questions. Aim to grasp core concepts and their applications—not just facts.
Use course frameworks or methodologies to analyze problems, case studies, or projects. Begin early to allow time for reflection and refinement. Seek feedback to improve your work.
Don’t hesitate to reach out when something is unclear. Use office hours, discussion boards, or peer networks to clarify concepts and stay on track.
Syllabus Last Updated on Mar 03, 2026 | International University of Sarajevo
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| Course Code | Course Title | Weekly Hours* | ECTS | Weekly Class Schedule | ||||||
| T | P | |||||||||
| IE309 | Ergonomics | 2 | 2 | 6 | Thurday 14.00-15.50 | |||||
| Prerequisite | Junior Standing | It is a prerequisite to | - | |||||||
| Lecturer | Office Hours / Room / Phone | Currently not available |
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| Assistant | Erna Omerašević | Assistant E-mail | ekeskinovic@ius.edu.ba | |||||||
| Course Objectives | This course acquire students to recognize, evaluate, and control work place conditions that cause or contribute to employee safety and productivity issues. They will be able to understand and define components of ergonomics; work physiology; anthropometry; musculoskeletal disorders; common risk factors such as vibration, temperature, material handling, repetition, and lifting; computer workstations; elements of an ergonomic program; and developing the business case for ergonomic improvements. Course emphasis is on office and foundry “shop floor” examples, covering analysis and design of workstations, equipment and workflow. |
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| Textbook | "Work System and the Methods, Measurement and Management of Work", M. Groover, Pearson, 2007 | |||||||||
| Additional Literature | ||||||||||
| Learning Outcomes | After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to: | |||||||||
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| Teaching Methods | Classroom lectures, discussions with examples. Case studies. Seminar. | |||||||||
| Teaching Method Delivery | Teaching Method Delivery Notes | |||||||||
| WEEK | TOPIC | REFERENCE | ||||||||
| Week 1 | Introduction | i | ||||||||
| Week 2 | Introduction to ergonomics and human factors | Ch. 22 | ||||||||
| Week 3 | Physical ergonomics: Work psychology and anthropometry | Ch. 23 | ||||||||
| Week 4 | Physical ergonomics: Work psychology and anthropometry; Quiz 1 | Ch. 23 | ||||||||
| Week 5 | Cognitive ergonomics: The human sensory system and information processing | Ch. 24 | ||||||||
| Week 6 | Cognitive ergonomics: The human sensory system and information processing | Ch. 24 | ||||||||
| Week 7 | The physical work environment | Ch. 25 | ||||||||
| Week 8 | Midterm exam | |||||||||
| Week 9 | The physical work environment | Ch. 25 | ||||||||
| Week 10 | Occupation safety and health | Ch. 26 | ||||||||
| Week 11 | Occupation safety and health | Ch. 26 | ||||||||
| Week 12 | Controls and displays; Quiz 2 | Ch. 10 (Kroemer) | ||||||||
| Week 13 | Worker evaluation and the social organization at work | Ch. 28 | ||||||||
| Week 14 | Job evaluation and performance appraisal | Ch. 29 | ||||||||
| Week 15 | Seminars presentations | |||||||||
| Assessment Methods and Criteria | Evaluation Tool | Quantity | Weight | Alignment with LOs | AI Usage |
| Final Exam | 1 | 40 | 1,2,3,4,5 | Not Allowed | |
| Semester Evaluation Components | |||||
| Seminar | 1 | 20 | 3,4,5 | Not Allowed | |
| In-term Exam | 1 | 20 | 1,3 | Not Allowed | |
| Quizes | 2 | 20 | 1,2,3,4,5 | Not Allowed | |
| *** ECTS Credit Calculation *** | |||||
| Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | |||
| Lecture Hours | 2 | 14 | 28 | Seminar | 4 | 14 | 56 | |||
| Quiz 1 | 6 | 2 | 12 | Quiz 1 | 6 | 2 | 12 | |||
| In-term Exam Study | 14 | 1 | 14 | Final Exam Study | 14 | 2 | 28 | |||
| Total Workload Hours = | 150 | |||||||||
| *T= Teaching, P= Practice | ECTS Credit = | 6 | ||||||||
| Course Academic Quality Assurance: Semester Student Survey | Last Update Date: 27/03/2026 | |||||||||