Cognitive Work Analysis Coping with Complexity Human Factors in Defence 1st Edition by Daniel P Jenkins, Neville A Stanton, Guy H Walker ISBN 0754670260 9780754670261
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ISBN 10: 0754670260
ISBN 13: 9780754670261
Author: Daniel P Jenkins, Neville A Stanton, Guy H Walker
‘Complex sociotechnical systems’ are systems made up of numerous interacting parts, both human and non-human, operating in dynamic, ambiguous and safety critical domains. Cognitive Work Analysis (CWA) is a structured framework specifically developed for considering the development and analysis of these complex socio-technical systems. Unlike many human factors approaches, CWA does not focus on how human-system interaction should proceed (normative modelling) or how human-system interaction currently works (descriptive modelling). Instead, through a focus on constraints, it develops a model of how work can be conducted within a given work domain, without explicitly identifying specific sequences of actions (formative modelling).
The framework leads the analyst to consider the environment the task takes place within, and the effect of the imposed constraints on the way work can be conducted. It provides guidance through the process of answering the questions of why the system exists, what activities can be conducted within the domain as well as how these activities can be achieved, and who can perform them.
The first part of the book contains a comprehensive description of CWA, introducing it to the uninitiated. It then presents a number of applications in complex military domains to explore and develop the benefits of CWA. Unlike much of the previous literature, particular attention is placed on exploring the CWA framework in its entirety. This holistic approach focuses on the system environment, the activity that takes place within it, the strategies used to conduct this activity, the way in which the constituent parts of the system (both human and non-human) interact and the behaviour required. Each stage of this analysis identifies the constraints governing the system
Cognitive Work Analysis Coping with Complexity Human Factors in Defence 1st Table of contents:
Part I – Introduction to Cognitive Work Analysis
Introduction: Cognitive Work Analysis in Defence
Overview of cognitive work analysis (CWA) and its importance in human factors research
The role of CWA in managing complexity in defence systems
Theories of Cognition and Complexity
Cognitive science foundations for CWA
How cognition interacts with complexity in defence contexts
The Evolution of Human Factors in Defence
Historical perspectives on human factors engineering in military settings
The shift from traditional methods to cognitive work analysis
Part II – Core Principles of Cognitive Work Analysis
Cognitive Task Analysis and Representation
Key techniques for analyzing cognitive tasks
Developing task models and cognitive representations for complex systems
Work Domain Analysis (WDA)
Understanding work domains and constraints in defence operations
The role of WDA in modelling complex decision-making environments
Control Task Analysis (CTA) and Ecological Interfaces
Techniques for identifying and designing control tasks in defence systems
Leveraging ecological interfaces to enhance operator effectiveness
Part III – Applications of Cognitive Work Analysis in Defence
Cognitive Work Analysis in Military Decision-Making
The application of CWA in military strategy and operations
Modelling decision-making in high-pressure, dynamic environments
Managing Complexity in Combat Systems
Understanding the cognitive demands in modern combat systems
Applying CWA to improve interface design and task allocation in defence technologies
Human-Machine Collaboration in Defence
The role of cognitive analysis in designing effective human-machine collaboration
Strategies for integrating human and machine capabilities in complex military systems
Part IV – Tools and Methodologies for Cognitive Work Analysis
Methods for Conducting Cognitive Work Analysis
Step-by-step guide to applying CWA in defence contexts
Tools for data collection, analysis, and validation of cognitive models
Cognitive Modelling and Simulation in Defence
Using computational models to simulate human cognition and decision-making
The benefits of simulation in training and system design
Evaluating Cognitive Work Analysis in Real-World Settings
Approaches for assessing the effectiveness of CWA-based interventions
Case studies from defence applications
Part V – Addressing Challenges and Advancing CWA in Defence
Challenges in Applying Cognitive Work Analysis
Difficulties in dealing with uncertainty, complexity, and dynamic environments
Limitations of current CWA methodologies and how to overcome them
Emerging Trends in Cognitive Work Analysis for Defence
Integration of new technologies such as AI, VR, and augmented reality in military operations
The future of CWA in adaptive and autonomous defence systems
Ethical and Humanitarian Considerations in Defence Systems
Addressing ethical issues in cognitive work analysis for military applications
Human-centred design for defence systems that prioritize operator well-being and decision-making
Part VI – Case Studies and Practical Applications
Case Study 1: Cognitive Work Analysis in Military Training Systems
Designing training simulations that account for cognitive workload and complexity
Lessons learned from implementing CWA in training exercises
Case Study 2: Cognitive Analysis in Combat Operations
Application of CWA to optimize decision-making during real-time combat operations
Insights from operational settings and CWA’s impact on mission success
Case Study 3: Human Factors in Defence Procurement and System Design
Integrating CWA into defence procurement to ensure system usability
Case studies from defence contracting and system deployment
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