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Overview

This subject addresses the theory and application of innovation and the design thinking process to: discover and define problems, capture primary research, generate ideas, concept design, prototyping, evaluation, analysis, and maintenance. Students will gain insight into innovation by considering societal, legal and environmental impacts of their innovation; work in teams … For more content click the Read more button below.

Portfolio

Science, Health & Engineering (Pre 2022)

Subject coordinator

Eddie Custovic

Subject type

Undergraduate

Year level

Year Level 2 - UG

AQF level

Level 6 - Advanced Diploma

Available as elective

No

Available to study abroad / exchange students

Yes

Capstone subject

No

Academic progress review - Schedule A subject

No

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Learning resources

Career ready

Work based learning (placement):No

Graduate capabilities

INQUIRY AND ANALYSIS - Creativity and Innovation
INQUIRY AND ANALYSIS - Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
INQUIRY AND ANALYSIS - Research and Evidence-Based Inquiry
PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL - Adaptability and Self-Management
PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL - Leadership and Teamwork

Subject intended learning outcomes

On successful completion you will be able to:
1.
Investigate current and future areas of innovation in Australia and around the world.
2.
Identify and evaluate problems that can be solved by innovation.
3.
Collect and analyse primary research data.
4.
Conduct effective brainstorming and selection methods to develop potential solutions to problems.
5.
Investigate and explain the technical, financial, societal, legal and environmental impact and viability of innovations and ideas.
6.
Use rapid prototyping techniques to develop concept work and prototypes.
7.
Demonstrate effective written communication by presenting portfolio in a clear and logical fashion.
8.
Demonstrate effective verbal communication by presenting a pitch in a clear, concise and confident manner.