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School:

School of Computing and Engineering

Credit Rating:

20

Level (including FHEQ):

H (FHEQ Level 6)

Graded or Non Graded:

Graded

Version Valid From:

2022-09-01

Module Leader:

Colin Venters

Version Number

2023.02

Learning Methods

Guided Independent Study
Seminar

Synopsis

In increasingly complex systems it is important to have tools that help make sense of this complexity. Systems thinking takes a holistic approach to understanding how systems influence one another. This module aims to introduce the key concepts of the subject area to help you understand problems. It covers a … For more content click the Read More button below.

Learning Strategy

This module is seminar-based and takes a very practical and applied approach to understanding the topic. Throughout this module students will be supported in acquiring a solid foundation in order to develop the analytical and problem-solving skills required to understanding complex problems. Each week the students will be given a … For more content click the Read More button below.

Outline Syllabus

Complexity Systems Theory Communication Theory Thinking and Perception Systems Modelling Formal Systems Model Soft Systems Methodology (SSM) Systems Failures Approach (SFA) Critical Systems Heuristics (CSH)

Formative Assessment

Assessment 1: Other

Summative Assessment

Assessment 1: In-Class Test
Assessment 2: Portfolio

Assessment Criteria

A detailed grading rubric for each assessment point gives a clear indication of how achievement of learning outcomes has been demonstrated, thereby promoting reliability and transparency of assessment including: Identifies the core concepts in the domainOverall quality of the domain analysisOverall quality of the domain modelDemonstrates a technical understanding of … For more content click the Read More button below. The presentation component is assessed based on the level of knowledge of theory and the ability of linking theory to practice.

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