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Human System Interaction Model
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Summary:

In this module you were introduced to a conceptual model of human-system interaction, depicted below.  This model is used in each of the other course modules to convey information specific to the module topic.  To complement this model, an overview was presented of the comparative strengths and limitations and inherent differences of humans and machines.

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Environment -Illumination -Noise Level -Air Quality -Vibration -Climate
Machine Display Component Displays Response -Visual -Auditory -Tactile Initiates Queries
Human Sensory Component -Vision -Hearing -Smell -Taste -Touch
Machine CPU Component Process Data -Performs Programmed Procedures -Stores Data -Retrieves Data -Transmits Response
Human Cognitive Component -Attention -Memory (short and long term) -Decision Making -Action Initiation
Machine Imput Device Component Receives Data via -Sensors -Controls, Switches, Levers -Keyboard, Mouse, Trackball -Touch Screen -Voice
Human Musculosketetal Component -Motor Co-ordination -Action Performance -Object Manipulation
Machine-Side
Human-Side

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