Ergonomics course applied to user safety
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The Ergonomics Applied to User Safety course provides key knowledge about the interaction between people and their environment, focusing on injury prevention and optimizing well-being in various contexts, including the workplace. It explores principles of ergonomic design, risk assessment, and environmental adaptation to improve safety and efficiency. The course addresses topics such as anthropometry, biomechanics, and work psychology, enabling participants to apply methodologies to identify and mitigate ergonomic risk factors. The objective is to train professionals capable of promoting safe and productive environments, reducing the incidence of musculoskeletal disorders and improving the quality of life of users.
The program includes the study of ergonomic assessment tools, such as job analysis, the use of checklists, and the design of ergonomic solutions adapted to different sectors. It focuses on compliance with current occupational health and safety regulations and provides the necessary skills to implement and manage ergonomics programs. Participants will develop the ability to perform ergonomic diagnoses, propose improvements, and evaluate the effectiveness of interventions, preparing them for roles such as ergonomists, occupational risk prevention technicians, and ergonomics consultants, with a direct impact on reducing accidents and improving productivity.
Ergonomics course applied to user safety
- Format: Hybrid
- Duration: 3 months
- Hours: 300 H
- Language: English / Spanish
- Registration date: 23-10-2026
- Start date: 12-12-2026
- Available places: 2
320 $
Competencies and results
What you will learn
1. Ergonomics and Safety: Applied Learning for Users
- Understand the principles of ergonomics and safety in work environments.
- Identify and analyze the ergonomic and safety risks associated with different tasks and jobs.
- Apply techniques and tools for the assessment and prevention of ergonomic and safety risks.
- Design and implement solutions to improve ergonomics and safety in the workplace.
- Become familiar with current regulations and legislation regarding ergonomics and occupational safety.
- Promote a culture of safety and well-being in the workplace.
2. Ergonomics in Safety: Optimizing the Work Environment
**2. Ergonomics in Safety: Optimizing the Work Environment**
- Identify and evaluate the fundamental principles of ergonomics applied to workplace safety.
- Analyze the ergonomic risks present in different work environments, such as awkward postures, repetitive movements, and manual handling of loads.
- Apply tools and methodologies for ergonomic assessment, including task analysis and the identification of risk factors.
- Design and implement ergonomic solutions to optimize the work environment, such as redesigning workstations, selecting ergonomic equipment and tools, and modifying work processes.
- Understand the importance of ergonomics training and awareness to promote a culture of safety and well-being at work.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of implemented ergonomic interventions, using performance indicators and monitoring tools.
- Understand the relevant regulations and standards regarding ergonomics and workplace safety, both nationally and internationally.
- Analyze successful case studies of ergonomic solutions implemented in different sectors and types of companies.
- Develop communication and collaboration skills to work in multidisciplinary teams and promote ergonomics in the workplace.
- Stay up-to-date on the latest trends and advances in ergonomics and workplace safety through research and participation in events and training.
3. Comprehensive user-oriented design and validation (from modeling to manufacturing)
You will learn to integrate the entire product development process, from initial model conception to final validation, applying user-centered methodologies. You will develop skills in parametric design, ergonomics, simulation, sustainable materials, 3D visualization, and manufacturing management, ensuring efficient, safe solutions that meet current industry standards.
4. Ergonomics and User Safety: A Practical Approach
- Identify and apply ergonomic principles to optimize user-system interaction.
- Evaluate the risks associated with user safety in naval and maritime environments.
- Analyze human factors and their impact on efficiency and safety.
- Design and evaluate intuitive and accessible user interfaces for naval equipment.
- Implement safety protocols and emergency procedures in system design.
- Understand the importance of ergonomics and user safety in preventing accidents and injuries.
- Apply relevant regulations and standards in the design and evaluation of naval systems.
5. Ergonomics and User Safety: Design and Application of Safe Environments
- Identify the principles of ergonomics in naval design, including anthropometry, biomechanics, and work physiology.
- Evaluate ergonomic risks in naval environments, such as awkward postures, repetitive movements, vibrations, and thermal stress.
- Apply design strategies to minimize ergonomic risks, such as optimizing space layout, selecting ergonomic equipment and tools, and improving lighting and acoustics.
- Understand the safety regulations and standards applicable to naval environments, including regulations on personal protective equipment (PPE), fire safety systems, and emergency procedures.
- Develop and implement workplace safety procedures, such as risk assessments, training programs, and drills, to ensure the protection of users.
- Analyze practical cases of ergonomic design and safety in the naval field, including the Adapting spaces for people with disabilities and preventing accidents.
6. Applied Ergonomics: User Care and Well-being in Safe Environments
- Fundamental principles of ergonomics and their importance in safe environments.
- Identification and analysis of ergonomic risk factors in the workplace.
- Evaluation of postures, movements, and work tools to optimize comfort and efficiency.
- Design of ergonomic workstations adapted to the user’s needs.
- Prevention and management of work-related musculoskeletal injuries.
- Application of ergonomic risk assessment techniques and development of corrective measures.
- Knowledge of ergonomic regulations and standards applicable in the naval environment.
- Promotion of user health and well-being through ergonomics.
- Implementation of ergonomics training and awareness programs.
- Improvement of productivity and Quality of work through the application of ergonomic principles.
Who this program is for:
Ergonomics course applied to user safety
- Professionals and technicians in the naval industry, including:
- Naval, mechanical, and other engineers related to the construction and operation of vessels.
- Naval designers and planners interested in optimizing safety and comfort on board.
- Maritime safety inspectors and auditors.
- Personnel from shipbuilding and repair companies.
- Ship officers and crew members who wish to improve their knowledge of ergonomics.
- Students in naval and maritime engineering-related fields who wish to acquire specialized knowledge.
- Occupational health and safety professionals who wish to apply ergonomics in the maritime sector.
**Recommended Requirements:** Basic knowledge of occupational safety and ergonomics.
- Standards-driven curriculum: you will work with CS-27/CS-29, DO-160, DO-178C/DO-254, ARP4754A/ARP4761, ADS-33E-PRF from the first module.
- Accreditable laboratories (EN ISO/IEC 17025) with rotor bench, EMC/Lightning pre-compliance, HIL/SIL, vibrations/acoustics.
- Evidence-oriented TFM: safety case, test plan, compliance dossierand operational limits.
- Mentored by industry: teachers with experience in rotorcraft, tiltrotor, eVTOL/UAM and flight test.
- Flexible modality (hybrid/online), international cohorts and support from SEIUM Career Services.
- Ethics and security: safety-by-design approach, cyber-OT, DIH and compliance as pillars.
1.1 Principles of ergonomics and their application to safety.
1.2 Ergonomic risk factors and their identification.
1.3 Workstation design: adaptation to user needs.
1.4 Prevention of musculoskeletal injuries: techniques and strategies.
1.5 Importance of lighting, ventilation, and noise in safety.
1.6 Personal protective equipment (PPE) and its correct use.
1.7 Ergonomic safety regulations and standards.
1.8 Ergonomic risk assessment: methods and tools.
1.9 Planning and management of ergonomic safety in the workplace.
1.10 Promoting user health and well-being: education and training.
2.2 Introduction to Ergonomics and User Safety
2.2 Fundamental Principles of Ergonomic Design
2.3 Identification and Evaluation of Ergonomic Risks
2.4 Human Factors in Workstation Design
2.5 Design of Ergonomic Tools and Equipment
2.6 Prevention of Musculoskeletal Injuries
2.7 Lighting and Work Environment Design
2.8 Design of Safety Signage and Communication
2.9 Continuous Improvement of Ergonomics and Safety
2.20 Case Studies and Practical Applications
3.3 Introduction to Ergonomics and Safety: Definitions and Scope
3.2 Fundamental Principles of Ergonomics: User Adaptation
3.3 Common Occupational Hazards: Identification and Assessment
3.4 Workstation Design: Key Elements for Safety
3.5 Prevention of Musculoskeletal Injuries: Strategies and Techniques
3.6 Psychosocial Risk Factors: Impact on Health and Safety
3.7 Current Regulations and Legislation: Legal Framework for Ergonomics
3.8 Tools and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
3.9 First Aid and Emergency Procedures
3.30 Case Studies: Analysis of Real-Life Situations
4.4 Introduction to Ergonomics and Safety: Fundamentals and Principles
4.2 Ergonomic Risk Assessment in the Workplace
4.3 Design of Ergonomic and Safe Workstations
4.4 Human Factors and Their Impact on User Safety
4.5 Prevention of Musculoskeletal Injuries: Strategies and Tools
4.6 Design of Ergonomic Tools and Equipment
4.7 First Aid and Emergency Response in the Workplace
4.8 Promoting Health and Well-being in the Workplace
4.9 Legislation and Regulations on Ergonomics and Occupational Safety
4.40 Case Studies: Ergonomic Analysis and Solutions
5.5 Ergonomic Workstation Design
5.5 Human Factors and Safety Risk Analysis
5.3 Selection and Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
5.4 Prevention of Musculoskeletal Injuries (MSIs)
5.5 Lighting and Visual Environment Design
5.6 Noise and Vibration Control in the Workplace
5.7 Design of Signaling and Communication Systems
5.8 Posture and Movement Assessment and Improvement
5.9 Fatigue and Work-Related Stress Management
5.50 Design of Safe and Accessible Work Environments
6.6 Ergonomic Principles: Fundamentals and Applications
6.2 Human Factors: User-Centered Design
6.3 Workplace Design: Safe Postures and Movements
6.4 Ergonomic Risk Assessment: Identification and Prevention
6.5 Tools and Equipment: Design and Safe Use
6.6 Workstation Adaptation: Customized Ergonomic Adjustments
6.7 Prevention of Musculoskeletal Injuries: Strategies and Techniques
6.8 Workplace Wellbeing: Promoting Health and Comfort
6.9 Regulations and Legislation: Ergonomics and Safety Compliance
6.60 Case Studies: Practical Application and Effective Solutions
- Hands-on methodology: test-before-you-trust, design reviews, failure analysis, compliance evidence.
- Software (depending on licenses/partners): MATLAB/Simulink, Python (NumPy/SciPy), OpenVSP, SU2/OpenFOAM, Nastran/Abaqus, AMESim/Modelica, acoustics tools, planning toolchains DO-178C.
- SEIUM Laboratories: scale rotor bench, vibrations/acoustics, EMC/Lightning pre-compliance, HIL/SIL for AFCS, data acquisition with strain gauging.
- Standards and compliance: EN 9100, 17025, ISO 27001, GDPR.
Capstone-type projects
Admissions, fees, and scholarships
- Profile: Background in Computer Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, or related fields; practical experience in NLP and valued information retrieval systems.
- Documentation: Updated CV, academic transcript, SOP/statement of purpose, project examples or code (optional).
- Process: Application → Technical evaluation of profile and experience → Technical interview → Review of case studies → Final decision → Enrollment.
- Fees:
- Single payment: 10% discount.
- Payment in 3 installments: No fees; 30% upon registration + 2 equal monthly payments of the remaining 35%.
Monthly payment: available with a 7% commission on the total; annual review.
Scholarships: based on academic merit, financial need, and promoting inclusion; agreements with companies in the sector for partial or full scholarships.
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F. A. Q
Frequently asked questions
Yes, we have international certification
Yes: experimental models, real data, applied simulations, professional environments, real case studies.
It is not mandatory. We offer leveling tracks and tutoring.
Completely. It covers e-propulsion, integration, and emerging regulations (SC-VTOL).
Recommended. There are also internal challenges and consortiums.
Yes. Online/hybrid modality with planned labs and visa support (see “Visa & Residence”).