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Resumé
of Peter Watson, Owner
Education
| 1992-1993 |
Master
of Science in Ergonomics,
Loughborough University of Technology,
Loughborough, Leicestershire, England
courses in systems design, organizational design, product
development, physical environment, cognitive psychology, research
methods, prototype development and a six month practical project.
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| 1979-1982 |
Honours
Bachelor of Science in Human Kinetics,
University of Guelph,
Guelph, Ontario, Canada
courses
in human anatomy, biomechanics, exercise physiology, cardiovascular
physiology, ergonomics.
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| 1976-1979 |
Bachelor
of Science in Zoology,
University of Manitoba,
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
courses in botany, vertebrate zoology, invertebrate zoology,
biochemistry, organic chemistry, animal physiology.
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Patents
2004
Canadian Patent on Ski-Doo REV Platform Ergonomics
Publications
1994
A paper from Master’s Thesis was published in the conference
proceedings of the Triennial International Ergonomics Conference,
Toronto, Ontario, Canada. This thesis was a review of the design
of the drivers’ cab for the Class 92 Channel Tunnel Locomotive.
The review involved an extensive literature review, human CAD analysis,
user interviews, control and display redesign, and delivery to British
Rail and the manufacturer of the final report.
2006
A paper presented at the ACE Annual Conference, Banff, Alberta. This paper documented the research and development of the ergonomics platform on the Ski-Doo REV snowmobile.
Professional
Affiliations
- Member, Association of Canadian Ergonomists
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