Understanding ergonomics and anthropometrics
Measuring sizes of hands and presenting data
Designers must consider how people will interact with their products and systems. The use of ergonomics and anthropometric data allows them to make sure their products are comfortable and efficient to use.
This resource focuses on ergonomics in GCSE DT and the use of anthropometric data.
Activity info, teachers' notes and curriculum links
An engaging KS4 activity in which students will collect data relating to the hand sizes of different people for use in designing a shopping bag carrier. It will build knowledge and understanding of how ergonomics and anthropometric data and anthropometric measurements are gathered for use in product design.
The activity sheet includes teacher notes, guidance, useful web links, and links (where appropriate) to the national curriculum in each of the four devolved UK nations; England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales. Linking to key exam boards such as GCSE DT providers AQA and Edexcel.
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Activity overview
Understanding ergonomics and anthropometrics activity description, teachers' notes and curriculum links.
Presentation
Presentation looking into the measuring and recording of different hand sizes.
Student data sheet for recording hand sizes
Student data sheet for recording hand sizes.
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