PSYC 2002 Study Guide - Final Guide: Don Norman, Automatic Control, Ceiling Fan
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Definition: deterioration in the ability to remain vigilant for critical signals with time, as indicated by a decline in the rate of the correct detection of signals . Vigilance or concentration is defined as the ability to maintain concentrated attention over prolonged periods of time. During this time, an individual attempts to detect the appearance of a particular target stimulus. The individual watches for a signal stimulus that may occur at an unknown time. Vigilance is used today due to the increased interaction of people with machines for applications involving monitoring and detection of rare events and weak signals. Can be used in: air traffic control, inspection and quality control, automated navigation, military and border surveillance and lifeguarding. Psyc 2800: an introduction to human factors engineering exam review: describe the key work environment factors associated with the vigilance. Most commonly associated with monitoring to detect a weak target signal.
