ABSTRACT

The manner and level to which ergonomics (or human factors) is taught is important for the progression of the discipline itself, its furtherance among other professions, and the influence it is likely to have on globalization and technological change. Here we briefly indicate the benefits of the inclusion of ergonomics in design practice, review some of the traditional barriers to communication of ergonomics concepts, and lastly consider the manner in which ergonomics may be taught in tertiary, secondary and primary education.