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Sturt Rd, Bedford Park
South Australia 5042
Follow Flinders
Year
2021
Units
4.5
Contact
1 x 2-hour lecture weekly
1 x 2-hour workshop weekly
1 x 3-hour project work weekly
1 x 2-hour workshop weekly
1 x 3-hour project work weekly
Assessment
Report, Plan, Presentation, Video
Topic description
The jobs and industries of the future will involve innovation, in various arena - from climate change to space, defence to advanced manufacturing. The topic equips students to identify and approach scientific problems in innovative ways. It includes a focus on problem identification, design thinking, political considerations, and communication for a range of audiences.
Educational aims
This topic aims to:
- Introduce students to an understanding of innovative approaches to problem solving
- Enable students to explore innovative approaches to scientific problems
- Introduce students to data analysis
- Enable students to develop appropriate communication strategies for a range of audiences
Expected learning outcomes
On completion of this topic you will be expected to be able to:
- Define the problem or opportunity and identify a solution
- Identify benefits and applications for the innovation for various user groups, partners, and marketing considerations
- Demonstrate an understanding of scientific data anaylsis
- Design accessible communication strategies for a non-scientific audience
- Develop oral pitching techniques
Key dates and timetable