Module Aims:The aims of this module are to • introduce students to a structured approach to the analysis of problems • develop the students ability to apply specific techniques to the development of solutions to complex real world problems• provide an opportunity for students to develop their ability to work independently and in teams in the analysis of problems• introduce students to structured problem solving techniques related to IT
Introduction to Ideas about Problem Solving
Vertical and Lateral Thinkingde Bono Six Thinking Hats
Solving Problems
Thinking About Decision Making Identifying Alternatives Problem-Solving Strategies Problem-Solving Processes Decision Tree Analysis
Tools for Thinking
Modelling InformationSpray DiagramsMind MapsRich PicturesPOOCH (Problem, Options, Outcomes and Choices)PMI (Plus, Minus, Interesting)Problem Solving TechniquesDecision Trees Influence DiagramsFault Trees Multiple Cause DiagramsFishbone/Ishikawa Diagrams Flow DiagramsThese will be implemented using Microsoft Visio and PowerPoint
Problem Solving
Problem Solving Concepts for ITIntroduction to Programming StructureSequential LogicDecisionsLoopsCase LogicThese will be implemented using role play and robotic simulation
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| Other Assessment(s) | 100 |