Design thinkingLaajuus (5 cr)

Objective

You understand what design thinking is.

You learn design thinking practices, most importantly the design process.

You learn how to use different brainstorming methods to solve problems and find new, user-centred solutions through design.

You learn to observe your environment and identify what different stakeholders want and need.

You learn how to use different visual representations to make your design visible.

Content

What is design thinking?

What practices are involved in design thinking?

How do you use different methods of brainstorming?

How do you identify the needs and wishes of different stakeholders?

How do you make design solutions visible at different stages of the design process?

Accomplishment methods

Students can

a. use professional vocabulary systematically.

b. look for information in the key information sources of the field.

c. identify interrelated tasks.

e. use the key models, methods, software and techniques of the professional field.