869-0102-00L  Design Thinking: A Human-Centered Approach to Problem-Solving

SemesterAutumn Semester 2018
LecturersS. Brusoni, A. Repetti
Periodicityyearly recurring course
Language of instructionEnglish
CommentNumber of participants limited to10.

Only for MAS in Science, Technology and Policy and Science, Technology and Policy MSc.



Courses

NumberTitleHoursLecturers
869-0102-00 GDesign Thinking: A Human-Centered Approach to Problem-Solving
Permission from lecturers required for all students.
Block Course 12.11.2018
8s hrsS. Brusoni, A. Repetti

Catalogue data

AbstractThe purpose of this course is to equip the students with methods and tools to tackle a broad range of problems. Following a Design Thinking approach, the students will learn how to observe and interact with key stakeholders in order to develop an in-depth understanding of what is truly important and emotionally meaningful to the people at the center of a problem.
ObjectiveThe purpose of this course is to equip the students with methods and tools to tackle a broad range of problems. Following a Design Thinking approach, the students will learn how to observe and interact with key stakeholders in order to develop an in-depth understanding of what is truly important and emotionally meaningful to the people at the center of a problem. Based on these insights, the students will ideate on possible solutions and immediately validated them through quick iterations of prototyping and testing using different tools and materials. .
ContentParticipants are expected to discover, explore and share valuable skills outside their expertise through agile and collaborative teamwork and hands-on exercises. During the entire process, they will be supported through team skill-building exercises, short theoretical presentations and experienced coaching.

Performance assessment

Performance assessment information (valid until the course unit is held again)
Performance assessment as a semester course
ECTS credits1 credit
ExaminersS. Brusoni, A. Repetti
Typeungraded semester performance
Language of examinationEnglish
RepetitionRepetition only possible after re-enrolling for the course unit.

Learning materials

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Groups

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Restrictions

GeneralPermission from lecturers required for all students
Places10 at the most
PriorityRegistration for the course unit is only possible for the primary target group
Primary target groupScience, Technology and Policy MSc (860000)
MAS ETH in Science, Technology and Policy (869000)
Waiting listuntil 17.09.2018

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ProgrammeSectionType
MAS in Science, Technology and PolicyCore CoursesOInformation
Science, Technology, and Policy MasterElectivesWInformation