Topic 1 - Human Factors and Ergonomics

Use your own words where possible.

1.1b – psychological factors.

List and define psychological factors.

Sketch a table showing how psychological factors affect design.

List and describe the 3 methods of collecting psychological human factor data.
Give an example of incorporation of psychological data into design.

Sketch and explain a flowchart representation of the human information processing system.

List and describe each of the four data scales.

List and describe some of the reasons for a breakdown in the human information processing
system.
How do environmental factors effect user responses?

How can noise effect a subject’s performance?

Describe how lighting effects an individual’s performance.

Describe the contrast in how different types of air can effect an individual’s performance.

List and explain factors which influence workspace comfort.

Compare the advantages and disadvantage of using an open plan office.

Why is the psychological factor data gathered not a precise science?