Title of program
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Human Factors/Ergonomics (Industrial Engineering; MS, PhD); Cognition and Perception (Psychology; MS, PhD)
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Joint program
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With Department of Psychology, Computer Science
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Year human factors/ergonomics program was established
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1970
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Accredited by HFES?
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No
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Contact person for more information, including applications
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Priyadarshini Pennathur, 319/335-5683, U. of Iowa, Dept. of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering, 3131 Seamans Ctr., Iowa City, IA 52242-1527; http://www.engineering.uiowa. edu/mie/faculty-staff/priyadarshini-pennathur
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Catalog (free)
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Office of Graduate Admissions, University of Iowa, 116 Calvin Hall, Iowa City, IA 52242 http://www.registrar.uiowa.edu/registrar/ catalog
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Academic calendar
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Semester
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Human factors/ergonomics graduate degrees offered
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MS, PhD
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Goals, objectives, and emphasis of the program
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Aggressive research program in human-machine systems and cognitive engineering. MS emphasis is on user interface design, supervisory control of complex systems, and modeling human-machine systems. PhD requires innovative research emphasizing creative design and thorough investigation into fundamental issues of human-machine interaction, including robotics, virtual reality, and driving simulation. Local resources include the most advanced driving simulator in the world, one of the largest teaching hospitals, and a diverse pool of research partners. PhD graduates are well prepared for a research-oriented career in industry, government, or academia. Accredited by ABET.
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Number of degrees granted during last 3 years
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MS 23, PhD 11
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Can students attend part-time?
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MS only
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Are required courses offered through distance learning?
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No
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Are required courses offered at night?
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Yes
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Are required courses offered during summer?
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Yes
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Does the university have an HFES student chapter?
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Yes |