Human factors engineering, especially amusement rides and attractions.
Analysis and design related to error and performance, including investigation, risk assessment, and safety inspection. Human factors approach to inclusion, accessibility, and equity.
She teaches accident theory and safety evaluation for OHS, and themed entertainment for digital media. She produces and directs the Toronto Metropolitan Thrill Design Invitational Competition presented by Universal Creative for interdisciplinary postsecondary student teams.
Dr. Woodcock has published in over 75 peer-reviewed chapters, journal articles and conference papers, a U.S. patent. Consults to designer/ manufacturers and owner/ operators, and presents extensive continuing education through multiple industry organizations and serves on industry councils, committees, and boards. She earned Bachelor and Master’s degrees in Systems Design Engineering at University of Waterloo, and PhD in Mechanical and Industrial Engineering at University of Toronto, all specializing in human factors engineering. Prior to PhD studies, she spent a decade as an executive at a large hospital. She is a registered Professional Engineer, Canadian Certified Professional Ergonomist, a Fellow of the Association of Canadian Ergonomists, and IAAPA Certified Attraction Executive. Listed as one of Blooloop’s “50 theme park influencers” in 2020, Dr. Woodcock also received the inaugural Safety Impact Award from the Technical Standards and Safety Authority in 2015 and ASTM F24 Appreciation Award in 2017. Her service has also been recognized with honours including the Ontario Medal for Good Citizenship and by professional societies and community organizations including the Citizenship Award from the Canadian Council of Professional Engineers and Association of Professional Engineers of Ontario. For more information see woodcock.blog.torontomu.ca
