Human Factors for RPAS Professionals

Overview

Human factors principles that apply to pilots of manned aircraft are also relevant to operators in the unmanned aircraft industry.

Why take this course

• Pilots will gain knowledge that can be applied to real-world operations to better manage human performance.
• Managers will be able to apply human factors principles to the design of systems and processes used within their organisation to minimise the likelihood of accidents.
• Regulators will identify which human factors need to be appropriately managed by organisations undertaking complex unmanned aircraft organisations, allowing for effective regulatory oversight.

Learning outcomes

By the end of the Human Factors for RPAS Professionals course at Massey University, you should be able to:

• explain the importance of human factors in aviation
• apply the principles of visual perception
• apply strategies for managing mental wellbeing
• manage fatigue and circadian rhythms
• design systems and processes based upon human cognition and decision-making
• apply models of accident causation to help prevent future accidents
• manage communication and assertiveness in multi-crew and organisational environments.