SIT105 - Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
Unit details
| Enrolment modes: | (B, G, X) |
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| Unit chair: | K Ong |
| Contact hours: | TBA |
Note:Online teaching methods require internet access. Please refer to the most current computer specifications. | |
Content
The unit will provide students with motivation for studying critical thinking and problem solving as a core unit by demonstrating the importance of these skills in both the discipline and broader professional roles. Students will be given the opportunity to meet graduate recruiters and IT professionals to gain a better understanding of the skills and attributes valued in an IT graduate. Critical thinking skills will be presented through a combination of puzzle-based learning and case examples. The problem solving section will take students through a series of quantitative and qualitative problems and introduce them to systematic approaches and methods used. Students will be given the opportunity to work in groups and explore ways to use critical thinking skills in a range of different scenarios.
Assessment
Two assignments 20% each, contribution to tutorials 10%, examination 50% (must obtain at
least 50% on tutorials, assignments and exam).