Mike Bradley - Fighting to apply ergonomics to engineering design

17 February 2010, posted by gj225 (Seminars)

Objective: The objective of the seminar is to learn from Mike's experience in trying to get basic ergonomic principles applied within the design process of a large organisation. The talk will be relevant for inclusive design, healthcare and design practice groups.

 

 

Abstract: What to learn about automobile ergonomics? Ever wondered what it is like working inside a big company, rather than consulting for one? Want to learn about what actually makes change, what works and doesn't work with communicating and persuading designers and engineers? Want to get a glimpse of the internal company politics that can baffle and confuse outsiders? Want to go to a presentation where developing theory isn't on the agenda?  Wondering whether this list of questions will ever end? Come to this presentation and you might just be surprised....