Analysis of Human Factor Characteristics of Ship Control System

With the development of computer and information technology, the level of human–machine interface automation of ship control system is improved continuously. Based on the definition of human factor error and human factor concept, this paper analyzes the typical human factor characteristics in the digitized ship control system through on-site observation and operator interview, which are mainly manifested in the changes of the operator’s role and function, task load, cognitive factors and experience ability, operation team structure and size, the level of team communication and cooperation, operating procedure, information display and control based on VDU, alarm screen, etc.