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<p>This unit introduces students to the fundamental techniques and strategies involved with problem solving, with an emphasis on analysing and resolving IT problems in particular. Students are expected to develop a sound methodological approach to problem solving that will equip them to resolve problems fundamental to the IT industry. Key to this process is developing confidence, resilience and perseverance in identifying multiple potential solutions to problems individually and in team-based environments. Also to evaluate which solutions may be most appropriate to the problems encountered. This unit will incorporate additional learning hours to support the development of students’ academic and study skills.</p>
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<p>Topics may include:</p>
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<li>Pragmatics of Teamwork</li>
<li>Fundamentals of Problem Solving</li>
<li>Problem Solving strategies</li>
<li>Design thinking</li>
<li>Goal setting</li>
<li>Creativity, critical thinking, decision making</li>
<li>Reflection and Evaluation</li>
<li>Reading and Writing Documentation</li>
<li>Presenting Solutions to an Audience</li>
<li>Personas, User Journeys</li>
<li>Ethical impacts</li>
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<p>Where supplementary assessment is available a student must have failed overall in the Unit but gained a final mark of 45 per cent or above, has completed all major assessment tasks (including all sub-components where a task has multiple parts) as specified in the Unit Description and is not eligible for any other form of supplementary assessment.</p>
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Unit description
<p>This unit introduces students to the fundamental techniques and strategies involved with problem solving, with an emphasis on analysing and resolving IT problems in particular. Students are expected to develop a sound methodological approach to problem solving that will equip them to resolve problems fundamental to the IT industry. Key to this process is developing confidence, resilience and perseverance in identifying multiple potential solutions to problems individually and in team-based environments. Also to evaluate which solutions may be most appropriate to the problems encountered. This unit will incorporate additional learning hours to support the development of students’ academic and study skills.</p>
Unit content
<p>Topics may include:</p> <ol> <li>Pragmatics of Teamwork</li> <li>Fundamentals of Problem Solving</li> <li>Problem Solving strategies</li> <li>Design thinking</li> <li>Goal setting</li> <li>Creativity, critical thinking, decision making</li> <li>Reflection and Evaluation</li> <li>Reading and Writing Documentation</li> <li>Presenting Solutions to an Audience</li> <li>Personas, User Journeys</li> <li>Ethical impacts</li> </ol> <p><br></p>
Key information
Institute / school:
Institute of Innovation, Science & Sustainability
Discipline:
Information Technology
Study level:
Undergraduate
Credit points:
15
EFTSL:
0.125
Field of education:
020109 - Algorithms
Grade scheme:
Graded (e.g. HD, D, C, etc)
Placement component:
No
Fee information:
<a href="http://www.federation.edu.au/locate/unit/gpsit1101">View unit fees</a>
Requisites
Prerequisite
None
Corequisite
None
Exclusion
None
Learning outcomes
Learning outcomes
<p>On successful completion of this unit, students are expected to gain the following [K]nowledge, [S]kills and [A]pplication of knowledge & skills</p>
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<p>Explain, compare, and contrast fundamental strategies for problem solving</p>
K2
<p>Relate goal-setting and plan formulation to problem solving</p>
K3
<p>Describe tools and techniques that can be used to model and describe problems including personas, user journeys and design thinking</p>
K4
<p>Investigate the value of reflection, collaboration, attitude and self-efficacy towards success in problem solving</p>
K5
<p>Show an understanding of the norms involved with collaboration and team work</p>
S1
<p>Decompose a problem and create goals and plans to solve that problem</p>
S2
<p>Devise and implement problem solving strategies which can be applied to a range of IT problems</p>
S3
<p>Develop and verify algorithms based on conceptual models used in programming</p>
S4
<p>Construct documentation describing how to solve a problem</p>
S5
<p>Develop the appropriate English language and academic skills to successfully study at an undergraduate level</p>
A1
<p>Apply problem solving strategies, tools and techniques to solve problems in a variety of domains</p>
Assessment
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<p>Apply various problem solving processes and reflect on the thinking skills and processes used.</p>
<p>Learning journals and/or practical exercises</p>
<p>10-40%</p>
K1, K2, K3, K4, K5, S1, S2, S3, S4, S5, A1
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<p>Plan and comprehensively solve IT problem(s).</p>
<p>Practical Assignment(s)</p>
<p>50-80%</p>
K3, K4, K5, S1, S2, S3, S4, S5, A1
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<p>Demonstrate understanding of concepts</p>
<p>Oral Presentation(s)</p>
<p>0-20%</p>
K1, K2, K3, K4, K5, S5
Supplementary assessment available:
Yes
Supplementary assessment information:
<p>Where supplementary assessment is available a student must have failed overall in the Unit but gained a final mark of 45 per cent or above, has completed all major assessment tasks (including all sub-components where a task has multiple parts) as specified in the Unit Description and is not eligible for any other form of supplementary assessment.</p>
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FedTASK 1: Interpersonal
The ability to effectively communicate, interact and work with others both individually and in groups.
<p>Level 1 - Students require directions and boundaries from mentor</p>
FedTASK 2: Leadership
The ability to apply professional skills and behaviours in leading others.
<p>Level 1 - Students require directions and boundaries from mentor</p>
FedTASK 3: Critical Thinking and Creativity
The ability to work in complexity and ambiguity using imagination to create new ideas.
<p>Level 1 - Students require directions and boundaries from mentor</p>
FedTASK 4: Digital Literacy
The ability to work fluently across a range of tools and applications to achieve a range of skills.
<p>Level 1 - Students require directions and boundaries from mentor</p>
FedTASK 5: Sustainable and Ethical Mindset
The ability to consider and assess the consequences and impact of ideas and actions in enacting ethical and sustainable decisions.
<p>Level 1 - Students require directions and boundaries from mentor</p>
FedTASK
<p>Federation University recognises that students require key transferable employability skills to prepare them for their future workplace and society. FedTASKs (<strong>T</strong>ransferable <strong>A</strong>ttributes <strong>S</strong>kills and <strong>K</strong>nowledge) provide a targeted focus on five key, transferable Attributes, Skills, and Knowledge that are embedded within curriculum, developed gradually towards successful measures and interlinked with cross-discipline and co-operative learning opportunities.</p>
Key information
Institute / school:
Institute of Innovation, Science & Sustainability
Discipline:
Information Technology
Study level:
Undergraduate
Credit points:
15
EFTSL:
0.125
Field of education:
020109 - Algorithms
Grade scheme:
Graded (e.g. HD, D, C, etc)
Placement component:
No
Fee information:
<a href="http://www.federation.edu.au/locate/unit/gpsit1101">View unit fees</a>
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