81531 Industry Innovation Project
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Credit points: 12 cp
Result type: Grade and marks
Requisite(s): 32 credit points of completed study in spk(s): STM90839 Core subjects (Creative Intelligence and Innovation)
There are course requisites for this subject. See access conditions.
Description
In this subject student teams apply transdisciplinary innovation methods and practices to a complex brief presented by a real industry partner. Once the project set-up is accepted, students transition into a research and concept development stage, followed by an experimentation and realisation stage which leads to a proof-of-concept of their proposed innovation. This includes a critical understanding of the conditions required for industry transformation and strategies for ensuring the sustainability of the initiative in an industry context, as well as a vision of the new possibilities attendant implementation of the innovation.
Subject learning objectives (SLOs)
Upon successful completion of this subject students should be able to:
| 1. | Draw on various disciplinary perspectives, knowledge and methods to initiate and shape a discovery process for innovation in an industry context |
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| 2. | Devise and carry out exploratory, generative, experimental, adaptive and analytical processes that are appropriate for a specific challenge and/or context to determine an original proof-of-concept for selected initiatives, products or services |
| 3. | Contribute to a transdisciplinary community in ways that support innovation culture |
| 4. | Evaluate the transformative value and sustainability of the proposed initiatives, products or services for stakeholders and the broader system from different perspectives |
| 5. | Generate insights about transdisciplinary innovation processes and practices in an industry sector/system |
| 6. | Argue persuasively for your proposed initiative or innovation to relevant stakeholders |
Course intended learning outcomes (CILOs)
This subject contributes specifically to the development of the following course intended learning outcomes:
- Develop reflexive connection with an evolving self, demonstrating ethical and intellectual positions that reflect well-considered values that enable greater purpose and inclusivity. (CII.4.1)
Contribution to the development of graduate attributes
The subject provides opportunities for you as a student to identify how innovation takes place within the context of a complex industry challenge. In this subject you will refine your capacity to design and undertake a project using a range of methods, tools and approaches as part of a multi-disciplinary team. You will be able to hone your ability to evaluate the outcomes of your initiatives for stakeholders or the broader system. In doing this, you will have opportunities to generate insights about transdisciplinary innovation processes and practices across sectors and to communicate your recommendations and influence stakeholders/decision-makers. Finally, the subject challenges you to contribute your knowledge, skills and experiences to a transdisciplinary innovation community to which you belong.
So your experiences as a student in this subject support you to develop the following graduate attributes (GA):
• GA 1 Complex systems thinking
• GA 2 Create value in problem-solving and enquiry
• GA 3 Inter- and trans-disciplinary practices
• GA 4 Imaginative and ethical citizenship
• GA 5 Entrepreneurial and intrapreneurial skills
Teaching and learning strategies
Learning takes place in a collaborative, immersive, experiential, studio-based environment. Subject information and materials are made available to students via Canvas. This subject is project-based and uses learning strategies that help students to progress their ideas developed in response to industry challenges. Structured tutorials and peer learning activities, as well as regular interactions and mentoring with industry partners supports students in the development of their projects. Feedback is given regularly at designated checkpoints throughout the semester by staff, peers and industry or community stakeholders.
Content (topics)
- Project initiation and management
- Deep dive and analysis of a problem space
- Ethics and engagement with stakeholders
- Prototyping, experimentation and proof-of-concept
- Value creation
- Managing the self and internal/external relationships in an innovation process
- Articulating project outcomes
Assessment
Assessment task 1: Innovation Discovery Journey Checkpoint
| Intent: | This assessment task contributes to the development of following course intended learning outcome(s): 1.1, 2.1, 4.1 |
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| Objective(s): | This assessment task addresses the following subject learning objectives: 1 and 2 This assessment task contributes to the development of course intended learning outcome(s): .3 and CII.4.1 |
| Type: | Report |
| Groupwork: | Group, individually assessed |
| Weight: | 30% |
| Length: | A1 Part A: Innovation journey plan (1500 Words or equivalent- group submission) A1 Part B: Innovation journey checkpoint (2500 words or equivalent- group submission) |
Assessment task 2: Your contribution is your currency
| Objective(s): | This assessment task addresses the following subject learning objectives: 3 and 6 This assessment task contributes to the development of course intended learning outcome(s): .4 and .5 |
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| Type: | Portfolio |
| Groupwork: | Individual |
| Weight: | 20% |
| Length: | 1000 words or equivalent |
Assessment task 3: Industry Innovation Report
| Objective(s): | This assessment task addresses the following subject learning objectives: 2, 4, 5 and 6 This assessment task contributes to the development of course intended learning outcome(s): .3, .4, .4 and .5 |
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| Type: | Report |
| Groupwork: | Group, group and individually assessed |
| Weight: | 50% |
| Length: | A3 Part A: Final group presentation to industry partner (15 minutes) A3 Part B: Group report (4000 words or equivalent) A3 Part C: Individual journey map to your future self (1500 words or equivalent) |
Minimum requirements
Students must attempt each assessment task and achieve an overall pass mark in order to pass this subject.
Late penalties apply to all assessment tasks as outlined in the TD School Student Guide. Please consult this booklet for other useful information including Special Consideration, Plagiarism, Extension, and Student Support Services.
A minimum of 80% of attendance of classes (as outlined in the timetable) is expected.
Required texts
There is a vast potential reading list for this subject, depending on the type of project you are running and your interests. You can share the reading(s) you have chosen to undertake - and present your research findings to your peers - as part of Assessment 2.