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Welcome!

The Florida Space Coast Human Factors and Ergonomics Society (SCHFES) is a group operated by the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society (HFES) members which includes professionals, students, and industry affiliates. Our chapter provides forums in which members can exchange information and ideas on human factors and ergonomics issues. We hold meetings, publish newsletters and sponsor events. Please consider joining the SCHFES chapter as it is a great opportunity to network with other human factors and ergonomics professionals in the area!

News

  • Dinner Meeting: "Living on Mars: Lessons Learned from a 2 Week Mars Simulation Habitat Experience," by Dr. John Deaton, Chair, Human Factors, Director of Research, College of Aeronautics, Florida Institute of Technology, Thursday, May 26th, 5:30-7:30 pm, Cara Mia Riverside Grill, Cocoa, Ph: (321) 639-3388. RSVP to Michael Vandall. See below for further details.


  • SCHFES 2011 Newsletter Issue 1 now available! Now accepting submissions for our next issue - "deadline" is TBD. Send to Kimberly Richards


Events Calendar 2011

  • Dinner Meeting: "Living on Mars: Lessons Learned from a 2 Week Mars Simulation Habitat Experience," by Dr. John Deaton, Chair, Human Factors, Director of Research, College of Aeronautics, Florida Institute of Technology, Thursday, May 26th, 5:30-7:30 pm, Cara Mia Riverside Grill, Cocoa, Ph: (321) 639-3388. Cost: $25 for members and guests, $18 for students. (RSVP | map)






  • 55th Annual HFES National Conference, Las Vegas, Nevada,
    September 19-23, 2011.



  • Dinner Meeting - TBD - Please stay tuned...
  • December - Holiday Gathering

Specific dates and times for upcoming events are TBD, and notifications will be sent in advance.

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Become a Member ...
The National and Local Chapters of the HFES are the foundation of viability, survival, and growth of the human factors/ergonomics profession. Some of the reasons include:

  • The HFES is the largest international organization of human factors and ergonomics professionals in the world
  • Identifies its members as recognized and dedicated scientists, engineers, and professionals in human factors and ergonomics
  • Provides opportunities for the exchange of scientific and professional practice information
  • Is a leader in bringing HF/Ergonomic information and concerns to the attention of lawmakers, government, industry leaders, and other decision makers.

Benefits include:

  • Your "own" website with access to information, activities, members, publications, presentations, and the like
  • Professional networking meetings with other HFES professionals and other technical societies, as well as, opportunities to learn, develop, exchange knowledge
  • Access to our data sources, publications, and discount opportunities with affiliated organizations.
  • Discounts on SCHFES sponsored dinners, workshops, or other meeting fees

It's easy to become a member, print and fill-in the application and send to the address listed along with the appropriate fee. (MS Word; Adobe PDF)

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The 2010-2011 Executive Board ...

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