Human Factors and Ergonomics Minor

Human factors and ergonomics (HFE) is the study of how to make technological systems safe, effective, and easy and enjoyable to use. The graduate program offers interdisciplinary coursework that addresses human performance and how it can be enhanced through design of tools, systems, working environments, processes, and organizations. HFE has applications ranging from clothing and living spaces to business processes, the design of health care processes and technology, computer interfaces, and aircraft cockpits. The minor is available to master's and doctoral students.