Cranfield’s mission to transform knowledge into ingenious solutions in science, technology and management places us at the forefront of some of the world’s most practical, cutting-edge projects.
Cranfield has a global reputation for inspirational teaching and research, industrial-scale facilities and superior links with industry and commerce
And as a wholly postgraduate institution, Cranfield is the first choice for ambitious and skilled individuals wishing to enrol on Masters’, Doctorate and professional development programmes. Our passion for the areas of expertise we operate in – aerospace, automotive, defence, energy, environment, healthcare, management, manufacturing and security makes us uniquely placed for both students and corporate partners alike.
The Department of Systems Engineering and Human Factors incorporates the Driving Research Group headed by Dr Lisa Dorn. For the last ten years, the Group has applied scientific research and knowledge to deliver educational interventions for vulnerable road users to reduce the risk of road traffic crashes. We design solutions for organizations that need to improve health and safety working with global companies and a wide range of public and private sector clients to implement safer working practises and road safety interventions.
The Driving Research Group possesses its own dedicated driving simulator for undertaking research in a safe, controlled environment. We also run the MSc in Driver Behaviour and Education designed for professionals with an interest in reducing the cost, environmental impact and risk of road traffic collisions. The MSc is the first course of its kind to combine theoretical advances with practical demonstrations. A wide range of specialist 2-5 day continuing professional development short courses are also available for 2010/11.
The Group also created the Driver Risk Index (DRI) as the leading behavioural risk assessment for drivers. Leading organisations throughout the world choose the DRI for its unrivalled scientific foundations and independent status. The DRI is used as an educational tool for driver coaching or e-learning interventions to manage the behavioural risks identified.
Contacts
Lisa Dorn
Reader in Driver Behaviour
School of Engineering
Cranfield
Bedfordshire
MK43 0AL
T: 01234 758229
E: l.dorn@cranfield.ac.uk
W: www.driverriskindex.co.uk