Human Factors in Medical Devices and Systems
Human Factors Engineering is the study of the interaction of humans with technology. Short on time? A four-course certificate program offers foundational courses in the theory and methods of your area of interest.

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Human Factors in Medical Devices and Systems (Certificate)
In this certificate program, students will develop knowledge and skills to meet the increasing demand for trained professionals in the field of human factors engineering, who work on the design and evaluation of health and medical systems and technology.
Recognizing the medical error "epidemic," the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) now requires the manufacturers to Class II and III devices to apply HFE through the device development process and validate that representative users can operate them safely.
This 4-course certificate helps prepare you to:
- Make medical technology safe, effective, usable, and satisfying for clinicians and patients
- Improve the quality of healthcare
- Prevent injuries and deaths due to medical error
Program Highlights:
- 2 required courses in Medical Fundamentals and Human Factors in Medical Technology
- 2 elective courses chosen from various departments including mechanical engineering, psychology, computer science, occupational therapy, and more.
- Mentorship from professors at the top of their fields
- Collaborative research that crosses disciplines
Learn more about the study of human factors engineering at Tufts.
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For deadline information, visit https://asegrad.tufts.edu/admissions/application-deadlines
Application Requirements:
> Application Fee
> Resume/CV
> Personal Statement
> Official TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo test scores if applicable
> Transcripts
> One Letter of Recommendation
For questions about this program, including scholarships and assistantships, please contact the Department of Mechanical Engineering.
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Science & Engineering Complex
Robinson Hall, Room 150
School of Engineering
Tufts University
200 College Avenue
Medford, MA 02155
Office: 617-627-3239
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