Human Factors Practitioner Learning Pathway

This option gives you access to all five Human Factors Practitioner courses at a 15% discount.

In addition, this option gives you 5 extra 30 minute one-to-one tutorials with the Instructor, and unlimited messaging support.

This is a serious option for people that really want to accelerate their HFE learning. At the end of this course you will have covered all of the learning elements required for the Chartered Institute of Ergonomics and Human Factors ‘Human Factors Technician’ grade.

The significance of this option is reflected in the time commitment. All our on-line courses are self-paced, and it is recommended that this learning pathway is tackled over six months.

Human Factors Professional Skills

This course will assist you in developing the professional skills that you will need as a Human Factors Engineer. Whilst there are elements of Human Factors domain specific information contained within this course, the course is more about the ‘soft skills’ you will need and how you approach your role as a Human Factors professional, (including your working practises and behaviours).

You will need to have completed the Principles of Human Factors Engineering, Human Factors Theory and Practice and Human Factors in the Design and Development of Systems courses prior to completing this course.

Please contact the course Instructor if you believe you have sufficient background knowledge to tackle this course.

At the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Understand how to practise Human Factors in an ethical manner, including having a full appreciation of the Chartered Institute of Ergonomics & Human Factors (CIEHF) code of ethics
  • Understand how to approach your Continuing Professional Development (CPD) as a Human Factors Professional
  • Know how to work effectively as part of a project team, including an understanding of typical project organisations for projects which include Human Factors

This course has 3 assignments that should take you 1-3 hours each to complete. The assignments will be marked and reviewed by the instructor, who will give you feedback on your progress. A pass mark is required on each assignment before the course can be completed.

Each module also has an ‘open book’ test which requires an 80% pass mark in order to proceed to the next stage of the course.

At the end of the course, a certificate of completion (endorsed by Liv Systems) will be awarded.

Human Factors in the Design and Development of Systems

Course Background

This course will show you how to integrate your Human Factors Engineering knowledge and skills into the design and development of systems.

This course is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Ergonomics and Human Factors (CIEHF).

You will need to have completed the course ‘Human Factors Theory and Practice‘ in order to take this course, or have equivalent experience.

Please contact the course Instructor if you believe you have sufficient background knowledge to tackle this course.

At the end of this course you will be able to:

  • Understand the ‘Human Factors Integration’ basis for the design and development of systems
  • Utilise a systems approach to the human aspects of the specification, design, assessment and acceptance of products, services and human factors interventions
  • Understand the requirements for safety systems, the concepts of risk, risk assessment and risk management
  • Supervise the application and evaluation of an Human Factors Integration Plan

This course has three assignments that should take you 2-3 hours each to complete. The assignments will be marked and reviewed by the Instructor, who will give you feedback on your progress. A pass mark is required on each assignment before the course can be completed.

Each module also has an ‘open book’ test which requires an 80% pass mark in order to proceed to the next stage of the course.

At the end of the course, a certificate of completion (endorsed by Liv Systems) will be awarded.

Human Capabilities and Limitations

This course will introduce you to the topic of human capabilities and limitations.

This course is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Ergonomics and Human Factors (CIEHF).

At the end of this course, you should have an understanding of the following:

  • The major capabilities and limitations of humans, in the following areas:
    • Physical capabilities and limitations;
    • Environmental influences on human performance;
    • Individual differences;
    • Human information processing factors such as perception and decision making; and,
    • Group and organisational factors.
  • An appreciation of how this information can be applied during Human Factors Engineering (HFE).

This course is suitable for engineers and designers that need to know more about the fundamental capabilities and behaviours of people, so that these can be supported better through design.

You should have at least a passing familiarity with the basic concepts of HFE (for example, as reflected in the course Principles of Human Factors Engineering).

This course does not have any marked assignments.

Each module has an ‘open book’ test which requires an 80% pass mark in order to proceed to the next stage of the course.

At the end of the course, a certificate of completion (endorsed by Liv Systems) will be awarded.

Specific HFE analysis and design methods are covered in the courses Human Factors Theory and Practice and Human Factors in the Design and Development of Systems.

Human Factors Theory and Practice

This course is about the scientific principles, models, and frameworks that are used to understand human behaviour and performance in the context of human-system interaction.

It is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Ergonomics and Human Factors (CIEHF).

It will give you an opportunity to learn about fundamental concepts such as workload and use error, and to apply your skills in task analysis and interface design.

This course is suitable for engineers, designers, and project managers that have some familiarity with the basics of Human Factors Engineering, but are not experts.

At the end of this course you will have covered the following:

  • Understand the theory and practice behind the analysis of human-system interactions
  • Understand the HFE approach to system design
  • Gain experience of using fundamental HFE analysis and design methods
  • Understand the HFE approach to data collection and analysis

This course has five assignments that should take you 2-3 hours to complete. The assignments will be marked and reviewed by the Instructor, who will give you feedback on your progress. A pass mark is required on each assignment before the course can be completed.

Each module also has an ‘open book’ test which requires an 80% pass mark in order to proceed to the next stage of the course.

At the end of the course, a certificate of completion (endorsed by Liv Systems) will be awarded.

Principles of Human Factors Engineering

Course Background

This course is an introduction to the topic of Human Factors Engineering (HFE).

The course is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Ergonomics and Human Factors (CIEHF).

Human Factors Engineering is the study of how humans interact with systems, products, and environments. It is a scientific discipline that seeks to optimise the design of these systems and products, by taking into account human capabilities, limitations, and behaviours.

If you’re a project manager or engineer, taking the Principles of Human Factors Engineering course can greatly benefit you and your organisation. By understanding the principles of human factors engineering, you’ll be able to design products and systems that are more user-friendly, efficient, and resistant to human error, leading to increased customer satisfaction and improved system performance. 

Additionally, you’ll develop the skills and knowledge needed to identify and mitigate potential human factors issues early in the design of equipment and systems, reducing the likelihood of costly errors or delays down the line.

For those working in regulated industries, such as healthcare, medical devices, or aviation, a thorough understanding of human factors principles is often a legal requirement. Taking this course shows that you’re serious about compliance with these regulations and contributing to a safer, more efficient workplace and working environment. So, if you’re looking to improve human performance, increase customer satisfaction, and avoid costly mistakes, the Principles of Human Factors Engineering course is the right choice for you.

This course is suitable for engineers, project managers, clinicians, and personnel from any profession that might have HF as part of their job, but not the main responsibility.

Learning Objectives

At the end of this course you will be able to:

  • Understand what HFE is (and what it isn’t)
  • Understand the systems approach and principles that lie behind HFE thinking
  • Appreciate a simple HFE lifecycle and the integration of human factors activities
  • Understand the benefits and characteristics of HFE
  • Be able to recognise human factors issues (such as workload and human error), and understand what causes them

Course Format

The course has three modules, the first of which is available as a free sample. 

The modules are entirely on-line and self-paced, and are supported by video lectures, written notes, case studies, and interactive exercises.

You will be assigned a personal tutor from Liv Systems consultancy when you enrol on the course. Interaction with the tutor is encouraged: you will be provided with an initial orientation call where the tutor will understand what you want to get out of the course. Follow-up messages and questions are encouraged and on-line question and answer sessions are to be expected, so that you can develop your expertise.

This course has three assignments that should take you 1-2 hours to complete. The assignments will be marked and reviewed by the Instructor, who will give you guidance and recommendations on your progress. A pass mark is required on each assignment before the course can be completed.

The lessons have ‘open book’ tests which require an 80% pass mark in order to demonstrate competence and proceed to the next stage of the course.

At the end of the course, a certificate of completion (endorsed by Liv Systems) will be awarded.

The course is compatible with the Chartered Institute of Ergonomics and Human Factors (Ergonomics Society) competency framework.