Exercise - Ergonomics in the Environment

Apply what we learned in class to the real world
Notice details of well designed and poorly designed objects from an ergonomic lens
Instructions
1. Find a Poor Design (Outside Class)
Over the next week, look around your environment (home, campus, café, public transport, etc.).
Identify one example of poor ergonomics — physical or cognitive.
Physical: a chair that causes bad posture, a kiosk too high/low, awkward desk setup.
Cognitive: a cluttered signboard, confusing interface on a ticket machine, inconsistent controls.

Photograph It
- Take a clear photo of the object or interface in context (avoid people’s faces).
- Make sure the problematic aspect is visible.
Reflect (Short Write-Up, ~250 words)
- Description: What is the object/interface? Where did you find it?
- Ergonomic Problem: Why is it poor ergonomics? Who would it be comfortable or uncomfortable for?
- Impact on Users: What discomfort, confusion, or errors might result?
- Proposed Redesign: Suggest one improvement, with reasoning.