Courses & Units

Technology and Innovation ZAS225

Introduction

In this unit you will explore technology and innovation in the fermentation industry. You will develop your understanding of the drivers of innovation across industries through case studies relating to biotech, product and process development, Industry 4.0, and business. This will involve exploring practices through a sustainability lens. During a series of workshops, you will learn and apply contemporary innovation tools (e.g. design thinking, liberating structures) to undertake a collaborative industry project whilst utilising the skills and knowledge that you have acquired during your degree.

In addition, this unit builds on concepts of learning through practice in Year 1 of study by introducing you to more complex learning experiences.
You will be introduced to:
- discipline-based skills and knowledge in dynamic practice situations. This will include authentic and purposeful, industry-related experiences
- concepts of managing effective relationships and communicating with others
- the development and use of adaptive leadership skills and how these skills relate to innovative and entrepreneurial practice
- the nature of responsible, accountable, and reflective workplace skills, and creative and critical thinking relevant to para-professional practice.
You will exercise self-awareness, initiative, and judgement to manage yourself and professional relationships effectively. The application of tacit knowledge and capabilities will be reflected in a Practice Manual

Summary

Unit name	Technology and Innovation
Unit code	ZAS225
Credit points	12.5
College/School	College of Business & Economics University College
Discipline	Applied Design, Science and Technology
Coordinator	Doctor Christopher Mabin
Available as an elective?	Yes
Delivered By	University of Tasmania

Availability

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Learning Outcomes

Explain drivers for and approaches to innovation and novel technologies in fermentation industries
Describe products, processes, and technology within the fermentation industry in the context of innovation
Apply and evaluate design-thinking approaches to an industry problem
Critically reflect on innovative practices for self-development

Fee Information

Field of Education	Commencing Student Contribution ^1,3	Grandfathered Student Contribution ^1,3	Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution ^2,3	Domestic Full Fee ⁴
			not applicable

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Requisites

Mutual Exclusions

You cannot enrol in this unit as well as the following:

ZAS208

Teaching

Teaching Pattern	Lectures online Tutorials 1-2 hours per week Field trips/workshops -3 days per semester
Assessment	AT1(a): Empathy Mapping (10%)\|AT3: Infographic: Opportunities and Risks (20%)\|AT1(b): Problem Definition Report (30%)\|AT2: Presentation (40%)
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Textbooks

Required	Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes.
Links	Booktopia textbook finder

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