After successful completion of the course, students are able to...

...describe approaches and concepts of humanization and augmentation of efficiency of work systems through optimal design and execution of human labor and apply them on practical examples
...name essential influencing variables on work satisfaction
...describe pros and cons of different possibilities of compensation
...explain the importance of ressources and strain and identify coping strategies
...describe the trends demographic change, digitalization, flexibility and internationalization and discuss their relevance in the context of cognitive and production work
...reflect on group processes

The module teaches basic concepts of labour science:

• Ergonomics
• Work environment
• Analysis and evaluation of work
• Design of work
• Group work
• Work motivation and satisfaction
• Work behavior
• Work and health
• Future of work

Face to face sessions, guest lecture, excercise, outing, further ltierature/videos, written assignment

Participation in the course discussion is obligatory. Students who are not present in the introductionary session (and are not excused)  are automatically signed off. 

2 tests - a single one is necessary to pass the course, therefore not repeatable

Quizzes - not necessary to pass the course, therefore not repeatable

Outing - not necessary to pass the course, therefore not repeatable

Written assignment - not necessary to pass the course, therefore not repeatable

Aktive Participation - not repeatable due to organizational reasons

  Please do not forget to de-register if you are unable to attend the course.

Relevant literature:

a reader containing all relevant literature can be purchased at the introductionary session or at the secretary.

Prior completion of "Grundlagen der Betriebs- und Unternehmensführung" recommended.