| Language of instruction: |
English |
| Type of course: |
Non-Departmental Elective |
| Course Level: |
Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
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| Mode of Delivery: |
Face to face
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| Course Coordinator : |
Assist. Prof. HANDAN TEMELTAŞ |
| Recommended Optional Program Components: |
None |
| Course Objectives: |
The aims of the Design thinking course are to provide students with knowledge and skills about producing innovative and user-oriented solutions. This course aims to introduce students to the methods and tools to be used in the problem solving process, such as creative thinking, empathy, understanding user needs, looking from different perspectives, prototyping and testing. It also teaches students collaboration skills such as teamwork, communication and leadership. Design thinking course motivates and inspires students to produce innovative solutions to real-world problems. |
| This 14-week Design Thinking course aims to teach students the fundamentals of design thinking. The course covers topics such as collaboration and teamwork, different thinking and creativity methods, design thinking tools and techniques, empathy and user-centered design, problem definition, ideation, prototyping and iteration, testing, design thinking case studies, design thinking workshops, and projects. At the end of the course, students will apply the design thinking process to create their final presentations and evaluate the course. The teaching methods of the course are as follows: Lecture, collaborative learning, observation, discussion, individual study, problem solving and implementation. |
| Week |
Subject |
Related Preparation |
| 1) |
Introduction to Design Thinking
• Overview of design thinking principles and methodologies
• Understanding the design thinking process |
Research Assignment |
| 2) |
Collaboration and Teamwork
Design Thinking in Business
• Effective teamwork and communication in design thinking
• Collaborative ideation and decision-making techniques
• Applying design thinking to business challenges
• Product development and service design using design thinking
• Creating inclusive and ethical solutions through design thinking |
Research Assignment |
| 3) |
Different Ways of Thinking and Creativity
• Creative Thinking
• Critical Thinking
• Systemic Thinking
• Analytical Thinking |
Research Assignment |
| 4) |
Design Thinking Tools and Techniques
• Introduction to various design thinking tools and techniques
• Persona development, journey mapping, and design sprints |
Research Assignment |
| 5) |
Empathy and User-Centered Design
• Importance of empathy in design thinking
• Techniques for conducting user research and gathering insights |
Research Assignment |
| 6) |
Problem Definition
• Defining design problems effectively with appropriate tools |
Practical Assignment |
| 7) |
Ideation
• Brainstorming and other techniques for generating innovative ideas |
Practical Assignment |
| 8) |
Midterm Exam |
N/A |
| 9) |
Prototyping and Iteration
Testing
• Introduction to prototyping methods
• Rapid prototyping and iterative design process
• User Tests
• Feedback Gathering
• Improvement
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Practical Assignment |
| 10) |
Design Thinking Case Studies
• Analyzing real-world examples of successful design thinking projects
• Learning from design thinking success stories across industries |
Practical Assignment |
| 11) |
Design Thinking Workshop 1
• Hands-on workshop to apply design thinking principles and methods
• Collaborative design thinking project in small groups
• Applying design thinking process to solve a real-world problem |
Practical Assignment |
| 12) |
Design Thinking Workshop 2
• Continued hands-on workshop to practice design thinking techniques
• Collaborative design thinking project in small groups
• Applying design thinking process to solve a real-world problem |
Presentation Assignment |
| 13) |
Design Thinking Project / Pre-Presentations |
Presentation Assignment |
| 14) |
Design Thinking Project / Pre-Presentations |
Presentation Assignment |
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Program Outcomes |
Level of Contribution |
| 1) |
Build up a body of knowledge in mathematics, science and industrial engineering subjects; use theoretical and applied information in these areas to model and solve complex engineering problems. |
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| 2) |
Identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; select and apply proper analysis and modeling methods for this purpose. |
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| 3) |
Design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the desired result; apply modern design methods for this purpose. The ability to apply modern design methods to meet this objective. |
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| 4) |
Devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for solving complex problems in industrial engineering practice; employ information technologies effectively. |
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| 5) |
Design and conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for investigating the complex problems specific to industrial engineering. |
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| 6) |
Cooperate efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; and show self-reliance when working independently. |
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| 7) |
Demonstrate effective communication skills in both oral and written English and Turkish. Writing and understanding reports, preparing design and production reports, making effective presentations, giving and receiving clear and understandable instructions. |
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| 8) |
Recognize the need for lifelong learning; show ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continuously educate him/herself. |
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| 9) |
Develop an awareness of professional and ethical responsibility, and behaving accordingly. Information about the standards used in engineering applications. |
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| 10) |
Know business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; develop an awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development. |
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| 11) |
Know contemporary issues and the global and societal effects of modern age engineering practices on health, environment, and safety; recognize the legal consequences of engineering solutions. |
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| 12) |
Develop effective and efficient managerial skills. |
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