GLIMPSE INTO THE FUTURE
Human Factors Psychology is a unique area of psychology aimed toward the abilities and limitations of humans to sense, store and process information, and then act. This knowledge is used to guide decisions for the design, use, maintenance and improvement of systems that rely on human interactions. This complete human factors cycle approach focuses on the fact that a broad range of professional areas benefit from human factors psychology, including artificial intelligence, aviation, ergonomics, human systems integration, safety, simulation and robotics. The ideas for such a program also include an applied practicum or research experience that may be virtual or in-person.
We are working toward a new undergraduate program: a B.S. in Human Factors Psychology. The field of human factors, rooted in understanding the interaction between humans and other system components, is becoming increasingly vital in our technology-driven world. With applications spanning across industries and disciplines, the relevance of an undergraduate program in this domain has never been more pronounced. Such a program would help ensure that future professionals are equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to innovate and improve human-system interactions.
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