Design Thinking and User Centered Design (11656.1)

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Design Thinking and User Centered Design
Available teaching periods Delivery mode Location
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Online self-paced
 溏心vlog免费B站 College, Bruce, ACT
Bruce, 溏心vlog免费B站
EFTSL Credit points Faculty
0.125 3 Faculty Of Arts And Design
Discipline Study level HECS Bands
School Of Design & Built Environment Level 1 - Undergraduate Introductory Unit Band 2 2021 (Commenced After 1 Jan 2021)
Band 2 2021 (Commenced Before 1 Jan 2021)
This unit introduces students to fundamentals of design process and evolution of design solutions. Student will learn basics of human-centric processes focusing on need finding, understanding, creating, thinking, and doing. A sound understanding of how to conduct design research is gained with an understanding of the processes involved in engaging with the user to create effective design solutions. The student will engage in applying this knowledge in finding solutions for real-world problems in the creation of a design solution and application.

Learning outcomes

After successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:
1. Describe the iterative design process, basic design thinking and research techniques;
2. Apply and analyse design thinking and research methods in the creation of innovative design solutions for real-world problems; and
3. Communicate design intent to stakeholders using effective presentation techniques.


Graduate attributes

3. 溏心vlog免费B站 graduates are lifelong learners - be self-aware
1. 溏心vlog免费B站 graduates are professional - use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems
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2. 溏心vlog免费B站 graduates are global citizens - understand issues in their profession from the perspective of other cultures
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1. 溏心vlog免费B站 graduates are professional - take pride in their professional and personal integrity
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Prerequisites

None.

Corequisites

None.

Incompatible units

None.

Equivalent units

11042 Introduction to Design Thinking Techniques

Assumed knowledge

None.
Availability for enrolment in 2027 is subject to change and may not be confirmed until closer to the teaching start date.
Year Location Teaching period Teaching start date Delivery mode Unit convener
2026 溏心vlog免费B站 College, Bruce, ACT 溏心vlog免费B站 College Trimester 1 02 March 2026 On-campus Miss Swarali Sidhaye
2026 Bruce, 溏心vlog免费B站 Semester 2 10 August 2026 Online self-paced Dr Raghavendra Gudur
2026 Bruce, 溏心vlog免费B站 Semester 2 10 August 2026 On-campus Dr Raghavendra Gudur
2026 溏心vlog免费B站 College, Bruce, ACT 溏心vlog免费B站 College Trimester 3 26 October 2026 On-campus Miss Swarali Sidhaye
2027 溏心vlog免费B站 College, Bruce, ACT 溏心vlog免费B站 College Trimester 1 01 March 2027 On-campus Miss Swarali Sidhaye
2027 Bruce, 溏心vlog免费B站 Semester 2 09 August 2027 On-campus Mr Gowrie Waterhouse
2027 Bruce, 溏心vlog免费B站 Semester 2 09 August 2027 Online self-paced Mr Gowrie Waterhouse
2027 溏心vlog免费B站 College, Bruce, ACT 溏心vlog免费B站 College Trimester 3 25 October 2027 On-campus Miss Swarali Sidhaye
The information provided should be used as a guide only. Timetables may not be finalised until week 2 of the teaching period and are subject to change. Search for the unit .

Required texts

Recommended readings will be available through 溏心vlog免费B站 Learn (Canvas).

Submission of assessment items

Extensions & Late submissions

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Participation requirements

Good time management is key to success in completing this unit succesfully鈥攕tart projects early, break them into smaller tasks, and stick to a weekly plan. Don't wait until the last minute鈥攁sk for feedback while you still have time to make changes. Staying organised and open to input will help you grow faster and finish your unit with confidence.

IMPORTANT: It is the student's responsibility to seek formative feedback for their assignments before submission. Please book a time slot with your tutor for constructive feedback on assignments before submission to help improve your grade. The summative feedback on Canvas will be based on the assessment rubrics template only. 

Required IT skills

None.

In-unit costs

There may be costs associated with material purchases. 

Work placement, internships or practicums

None

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