Human Factors in the Maritime Domain Michelle Grech, Defence Science and Technology Organisation, Melbourne, Aust Tim Horberry, University of Queensland, Australia Thomas Koester, Force Technology, Denmark About the Book:
Explore the Role People Play within Safety Critical Systems Single Volume Consolidates Information Previously Scattered throughout the Literature The piecemeal fashion in which human factors research has been conducted in the maritime domain makes information retrieval available only by scanning through numerous research journals and conference papers. Bringing together human factors information from this and other domains, Human Factors in the Maritime Domain integrates a common body of knowledge into one single volume. A Holistic Approach Based on a Socio-Technical System The book provides the vital background information necessary to acquire a core knowledge base and a much-needed overview of human factors within the maritime domain. It starts by putting the topic into an historical and theoretical context, moves onto more specific and detailed topics and contemporary thinking in human factors, then reviews new maritime technology. The authors take a holistic approach based on a model of the socio-technical system of work in the maritime domain. They synthesize available knowledge and research, then present in an easily acceptable framework with example, illustrations, and case studies whenever possible, making the text rigorous, useful, and enjoyable. Experts Provide a Theoretical and Scientific Perspective The three authors draw on a range of diverse backgrounds including working as a maritime surveyor, transport consultant, human factors lecturer, and mechanical engineer. They have undertaken maritime research in Denmark, Australia, Malta, and the UK. They have published several other human factor books on related topics. This combination of human factors knowledge, maritime wisdom, and substantial publication experience results in a book that is effective and practical. Product Details Hardback: 216 pp Publisher: CRC Press, Taylor & Francis Group Date: 27/03/2008 ISBN: 9781420043419 ISBN 10: 1420043412 Product Dimensions: |
Human Factors in the Maritime Domain
by Michelle Grech, Tim Horberry and Thomas Koester
by Michelle Grech, Tim Horberry and Thomas Koester
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