Design Thinking

Instead of the traditional problem-based thinking that many engineers are accustomed to, this module introduces an alternative methodology that focuses on a solution-based approach. This module will introduce the student to the basic principles of design thinking including reframing, collaborative exploration, user understanding, ideation, prototyping and integrative thinking. A solution-based approach allows for ideas to be quickly conceptualised and improved upon. It is intended that the student will apply theses design thinking methodologies during their IWSP, thus, inculcating their host organisation with an alternative approach to innovation that can be utilised in their products as well as their business operations.