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SOD1 System Oriented Design and Gigamapping
The module is an introduction to systems-oriented design history and the reasons for the broad interdisciplinary and international interest in the discipline. It also provides an update on the standing of systems-oriented design in relation to other relevant fields. The module delves into the concept of design thinking.
The world is becoming increasingly complex, and all sectors are realising that simple solutions do not work, as everything is connected. We regard different problem areas as a system of systems. The module introduces systemic thinking and important concepts and tools of relevance for systemic design. Students explore key issues and receive training in Gigamapping. Systemic thinking and basic comprehension of systems-oriented design form the basis of the course. The module further focuses on understanding the problem area in the projects which the students choose to develop.
- A basic understanding of systems-oriented design and systemic thinking
- Master Gigamapping with ZIP and IMP analysis
The module consists of lectures, brief introductions to exercises and practical work in groups of students who encounter similar problems in their own work situations. The module is comprised of two seminars.
Paper: Visualizing complex design: The evolution of Gigamaps
Birger Sevaldson: Designing Complexity: The Methodology and practice of Systems Oriented Design: page 1 – 78
Gerald Midgley, Systemic Intervention: page 21-67
| Form of assessment | Grouping | Grading scale | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oral presentation | Individual | Pass / fail |