Theory and application of ergonomics interventions to control occupation-related cumulative musculoskeletal injuries in industry. Field trips and design projects will provide experience in application of theoretical material. IE 446 Advanced Information Systems Design. Current concepts in information systems architecture and applications. Includes decision support systems and CASE tools.
Emphasis is placed on expanded use of systems design methodology.
IE 448 Expert Systems in Manufacturing. The objective of this course is to detail the methods by which expert systems technology may be applied to the manufacturing environment. Emphasis will be placed on knowledge engineering techniques and the use of expert system shells. IE 454 Safety Engineering. Introduction to safety engineering and accident prevention, including related state and federal laws.