Problem Solving and Analysis (10134.2)

Logical form and logical equivalence, Conditional statements, Valid and Invalid arguments, Logic of quantified statements, Arguments with quantified statements, Problem Solving Framework, Problem Solving Strategies, Mathematical Problem Solving, Importance of team work, Presentation Skills.

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:
1. Understand Logical Analysis, including: Logical form and logical equivalence; Conditional statements; Valid and Invalid arguments; Logic of quantified statements; Arguments with quantified statements;
2. Apply problem solving strategies, including: Identify, understand and define the problem; create a broad framework to solve the problem; choose and apply a range of suitable problem solving strategies; and
3. Use mathematical and statistical knowledge from Foundation Mathematics 1 and 2 and Logical Analysis part of this unit to solve the given problem; work cooperatively in a team to solve the problem; and present clear and detailed solution to the problem.

Graduate attributes

1. UC graduates are professional - communicate effectively
1. UC graduates are professional - display initiative and drive, and use their organisation skills to plan and manage their workload
1. UC graduates are professional - employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills
1. UC graduates are professional - work collaboratively as part of a team, negotiate, and resolve conflict
1. UC graduates are professional - use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems
2. UC graduates are global citizens - make creative use of technology in their learning and professional lives

Prerequisites

None.

Corequisites

Enrolment in 100CC University of Canberra International Foundation Studies.

Incompatible units

None.

Equivalent units

None.

Assumed knowledge

None.