Conestoga College
The Non-degree in Human Factors and Ergonomics at Conestoga College is a 1 year long program for international students, taught in English.
Conestoga College
The Non-degree in Human Factors and Ergonomics at Conestoga College is a 1 year long program for international students, taught in English.
Courses
Level 1
Course details
Technical Communication for Human Factors and Ergonomics
COMM8480
Conestoga 101
CON0101
Introduction to Occupational Health and Safety Legislation
OHS8195
Foundations of Ergonomics
OHS8270
Managing Projects in Ergonomics
OHS8280
Human Factors in Product Design
OHS8290
Industrial Applications for Human Factors
OHS8300
Statistics and Software Applications
STAT8070
Level 2
Course details
Ergonomics Instrumentation and Assessments
OHS8310
Digital Human Modeling
OHS8330
Human-Computer Interaction and User Experience
OHS8340
Workplace Safety and Return to Work
OHS8350
Capstone (Human Factors and Ergonomics)
OHS8360
Humans and Quality Improvement
QUAL8410
Program outcomes
Assess worker-workplace interactions and ergonomics concerns using current technologies and appropriate qualitative and quantitative techniques.
Identify the mechanisms and causes of injury in a variety of workplace settings and recommend appropriate assistive tools and workstation modifications to reduce the potential for workplace injury.
Synthesize information about the elements of an ergonomically sound workplace and proper work break patterns and exercises to guide their study design, evaluation, and/or proposed intervention.
Analyze the cost effectiveness of ergonomic methods and their value in mitigating the financial impacts of injuries in the workplace.
Prepare succinct technical reports and design specifications that include conclusions and recommendations that are supported by the analysis of data and the relevant scientific literature.
Collaborate and communicate effectively across functional teams and levels of management including with those involved in the process of having an individual safely return to work following an injury.
Recommend workstation, equipment, and tool design changes based on the application of anthropometrical tables and calculations to support ergonic environments.
Examine the impact of human factors, including human perception and information processing on an individual’s performance in the workplace, to support recommendations for ergonomic improvements.
Conestoga College is a public college located in Kitchener, Ontario, Canada. It was established in 1967 as the Conestoga College of Applied Arts and Technology and currently offers over 200 certificate, diploma, degree, and post-graduate programs to over 16,500 full-time students and 30,000 part-time students. The college is known for its programs in engineering technology, health sciences, information technology, media, design, and community services. Conestoga College has several campuses in the Waterloo Region, including the Doon (Kitchener), Cambridge, and Waterloo campuses, as well as satellite locations in Stratford, Ingersoll, Guelph, and Brantford. The college also offers online courses and distance education programs. The college has a strong focus on applied learning and hands-on training, with state-of-the-art facilities and equipment to support experiential learning. Conestoga College has partnerships with various organizations, including local businesses and industries, to provide students with co-op and internship opportunities, allowing them to gain practical work experience and develop industry connections. The college has also received recognition for its commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship.
You will need to book the accommodation after you have been accepted.
You can choose to live on campus or off campus in private accommodation.
How to book:
Application Fee:
570 RMB
Tuition fee:
19,289 USD per year
19,289 USD in total
The minimum age is 18.
English fluency is required.
You need to be either:
- A native English speaker
- Studied a degree in English before
- Can demonstrate a high level of English
- Having an English certificate such as IELTS level 6 or TOEFL 95 and above is an advantage.
Minimum education level: High School.
The program is competitive, you need to have a high grades of Average A, 70%, or a high GPA.
All students from all countries are eligible to apply to this program.
Please choose the programs here , "You are advised to select 2-3 programs to increase your chances of getting accepted.
Required Documents:
Preparing documents:
You can start your application now and send the application documents during your application. Some documents you can send later if you don’t have them right away. Some more info about preparing application documents is here
Application process:
Applying Online is simple in just a few steps. More information is available here.
The first steps are to choose the programs, pay the application fee and upload the application documents.
Once submitted to Global Admissions, we will review your application within 2-3 days and proceed to the university or ask you for further clarification
After it has been processed to the university you will receive your unique application ID from each university.
The university may contact you directly for further questions.
We will then follow up each week with the university for updates. As soon as there is any update we will let you know. If you have made other plans, decide to withdraw / change address at any time please let us know.
After you have been accepted you will receive your admissions letter electronically and asked to pay the non-refundable deposit to the university.
Once you have paid the deposit the university will issue you the admissions letter and visa form to your home country.
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