Problem Solving and Analysis (10134.2)
Please note these are the 2023 details for this unit
Available teaching periods | Delivery mode | Location |
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View teaching periods | On-Campus |
UC - University of Canberra College, Bruce |
EFTSL | Credit points | Faculty |
0.125 | 3 | |
Discipline | Study level | HECS Bands |
University Of Canberra College | Level 1 - Undergraduate Introductory Unit | Band 1 2021 (Commenced After 1 Jan 2021) Band 1 2021 (Commenced Before 1 Jan 2021) |
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.
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.
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
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 effectively1. 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.
Availability for enrolment in 2024 is subject to change and may not be confirmed until closer to the teaching start date.
Year | Location | Teaching period | Teaching start date | Delivery mode | Unit convener |
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2023 | UC - University of Canberra College, Bruce | UC College Trimester 1 | 06 February 2023 | On-Campus | Ms Carol Drew |
2023 | UC - University of Canberra College, Bruce | UC College Trimester 3 | 18 September 2023 | On-Campus | Ms Carol Drew |
2024 | UC - University of Canberra College, Bruce | UC College Trimester 1 | 05 February 2024 | On-Campus | Ms Carol Drew |
2024 | UC - University of Canberra College, Bruce | UC College Trimester 3 | 16 September 2024 | On-Campus | Ms Carol Drew |
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