In this unit, you will investigate the design process as applied to the development of physical and digital products. You will also investigate how these products are developed using methodologies such as Sprint, Lean and ‘hackathons.’

You will learn how to select and apply the most appropriate tools and methods to prototype digital (such as applications and programs) and physical products to maximise their user appeal, functionality and usability.

In addition, you will be introduced to the processes involved in getting a product to market, including product development, capital raising, marketing and promotion activities.

Practical Approaches to Learning at University College
The University College is committed to providing students with opportunities to engage in practical learning experiences. Every unit is therefore driven by at least one approach that is problem or project-based, or that involves work-integrated learning.

In this unit, you will participate in a range of learning activities that focus on design thinking processes and principles, and then be provided opportunities to apply these in practice. You will therefore empathise with the customer/user, identify and define the problem, prototype, test and propose solutions.

These activities allow you to develop discipline-specific skills, knowledge and behaviours, alongside a range of employability skills and professional attributes. Some of these include, for example, empathy, active inquiry, critical thinking, problem solving, creativity and innovation, and communication.
To find more information on the University College’s approach to teaching and learning, click here to view in the Unit Outline Essential Information resource.