DEFINITION:

The integration of separate strands of human factors (HF), and the interfaces between humans and technologies, to provide a holistic picture of the role, effectiveness and improvement of human personnel in the aviation systems.

(Source: ACARE Domain 901)

SUBDOMAINS:

1. Human-machine/computer interface (HMI, HCI, MMI) – design and evaluation
2. Displays – Colour, 3D display, Virtual reality, Information presentation
3. HF integration
4. Development of methods, tools and processes to support the integration of people with complex systems
5. Vision modelling and auditory communication studies
6. Anthropometric studies