Courses & Units
Systems Thinking KGA207
Introduction
This unit takes an interdisciplinary approach to understanding complex adaptive systems and developing skills in systems thinking. This unit helps students to develop a systems thinking mindset and the skills and tools to apply that mindset to complex socioecological problems and coupled human and natural systems. Students will learn to critically evaluate the complexity of the ‘wicked’ sustainability problems of today and the humility with which we must approach those challenges. The systems thinking skills and techniques students develop in this unit will strengthen student’s ability to understand and manage complexity – a skill immediately applicable to and attractive for a range of disciplines or vocations. This unit will be delivered online through an interactive series of presentations, activities and live collaborative workshops.
Summary
| Unit name | Systems Thinking |
|---|---|
| Unit code | KGA207 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | College of Sciences and Engineering School of Geography, Planning, and Spatial Sciences |
| Discipline | Geography, Planning, and Spatial Sciences|Philosophy and Gender Studies |
| Coordinator | Doctor Vishnu Prahalad |
| Available as an elective? | Yes |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Online | Semester 1 | Off-Campus | International | Domestic | |
Key
- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
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Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | 26/2/2024 | 22/3/2024 | 15/4/2024 | 2/6/2024 |
* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).
Unit census dates currently displaying for 2024 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2024 will be available from the 1st October 2023. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- Describe the characteristics of systems across scales using appropriate tools and skills for a given system challenge
- Apply systems thinking to societal problems to identify leverage points for transformative change
- Critically reflect upon the strengths and limitations of systems thinking to solve complex problems in society
Fee Information
The 2024 Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) rates are still being finalised by the Government and we will update the domestic fee information as soon as we have more details.
Teaching
| Assessment | Case Stiudy 1 (20%)|Case Study 2 (20%)|Journal (20%)|Presentation (40%) |
|---|---|
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
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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