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48081 Innovation Processes

6cp
Requisite(s): (48080 Introduction to Innovation OR (48240 Design Fundamentals AND (120 credit points of completed study in C10061 Bachelor of Engineering Diploma in Engineering Practice OR 120 credit points of completed study in C10066 Bachelor of Engineering Science OR 120 credit points of completed study in C10067 Bachelor of Engineering)))
Subject coordinator: Catherine Killen

Innovation, or the successful commercialisation of an idea, is an important outcome of many engineering processes. This subject is the final innovation specific subject for the Innovation Engineering major. It brings together the main innovation themes and provides experience in improving the engineering innovation processes. Engineering and technology management methods and tools are introduced and applied during this subject. Students design and complete an individualised innovation project or research task during the semester.

Assessment: Typically, assessment for this subject involves a combination of written assignment (20 per cent), tools for technology development assignment (20 per cent), report and presentation (35 per cent), and final exam (25 per cent).

Typical availability

Spring semester, City campus

Fee information

2009 contribution for post-2008 Commonwealth-supported students: $926.50
Note: Students who commenced prior to 1 January 2008 should consult the Student contribution charges for Commonwealth supported students
Not all students are eligible for Commonwealth Supported places.

2009 amount for undergraduate domestic fee-paying students: $2,650.00

Note: Fees for Postgraduate domestic fee-paying students and international students are charged according to the course they are enrolled in. Students should refer to the Annual Fees Schedule.

Subject EFTSL: 0.125

Access conditions

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