Describe ergonomic considerations.

Description should address comfort, fatigue, and health-related concerns, and should include classroom considerations such as

  • keyboard position
  • desk height
  • chair position
  • screen position
  • lighting levels
  • adaptable lighting control
  • body posture and position of arms, wrists, and hands when using the keyboard, mouse, and other equipment.

Process/Skill Questions:

  • What medical problems can result from a lack of ergonomic considerations?
  • How do the ergonomic considerations of a manual drafter differ from those of a CADD operator?
  • Can a setting that a person considers comfortable be harmful ergonomically? Explain.