Description

The microcredential "Human Factors in Aviation" focuses on the study of how human behavior, capabilities, and limitations impact the safety and efficiency of aviation operations. Participants will acquire knowledge of human factors principles and their impact on aircraft maintenance operations and flight safety. This will include human performance and limitations, organisational culture and teamwork, fatigue, stress, workload management and human error prevention. They will develop skills to analyse factors affecting human performance, identify risks related to human error, apply preventive strategies, communicate effectively within aviation work environments and contribute to safe and efficient maintenance operations.

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Details

Microcredential

Non-Formal

Learn & Earn

English

3 years

Learning Hours: 20

Intermediate

EQF - Europe: Level 5

Skills you will earn

Human Factors Fundamentals

Define the fundamental impacts of human factors on aircraft maintenance operations and flight safety (including Murphy's Law).

Human Performance Analysis

Analyse the effect of human performance and limitations (cognitive and physical) on maintenance tasks.

Teamwork and Safety Culture

Explain social psychological factors, corporate culture, and the importance of teamwork in the aviation work environment.

Performance Factor Assessment

Evaluate factors directly affecting performance, such as fatigue, stress, workload, and shift work.

Human Error Prevention

Comprehend human error models and develop preventive strategies to minimize errors in maintenance operations.

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