BTT1O1 – Introduction to Information and Communication
Technology in Business
Unit 3 – Design Software and Business Communication
Presentation Software
PowerPoint Assignment #2 – Ergonomics Presentation
OVERVIEW
Using PowerPoint, create an electronic presentation about
ergonomics and an ergonomically correct computer work space
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Open the PowerPoint file “Ergonomics Presentation Template” provided to
you in D2L that will serve as the outline for your presentation. Download
and save that file to your OneDrive.
2. Use the websites listed below to research the required information about
ergonomics and work spaces
https://apac.humanscale.com/ergonomics/what-is-ergonomics/ (slide 2)
https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/176443 (slide 3)
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/carpal-tunnel-syndrome/
symptoms-causes/syc-20355603 (slide 4)
http://ergonomictrends.com/creating-perfect-ergonomic-workspace-
ultimate-guide/ (slides 5 – 12)
3. Follow the slide format / outline as indicated below and setup on the
PowerPoint “Ergonomics Presentation Template” file provided to you in
D2L:
a. Slide 1 – title slide
b. Slide 2 – Definition of ergonomics and its goal
c. Slide 3 – Definition and causes of Repetitive Strain Injuries
d. Slide 4 – Definition, causes and prevention strategies for Carpal
Tunnel Syndrome
e. Slide 5 – Benefits of ergonomically designed workspace (min of 2 points)
f. Slide 6 – Features of an ergonomic chair (minimum of 2 points)
g. Slide 7 – Characteristics of an ergonomic desk (minimum of 2 points)
h. Slide 8 – Correct computer monitor positioning (minimum of 2 points)
i. Slide 9 – Correct computer keyboard positioning (minimum of 2 points)
j. Slide 10 – Correct computer mouse positioning (minimum of 2 points)
k. Slide 11 – Suggestion for correct ergonomics and laptops (minimum
of 2 points)
l. Slide 12 – Organizing workstations into zones (3 zones identified)
