Design Thinking syllabus
2019 PATTERN. This is the 2019 pattern syllabus, the latest SPPU has published on its site for Third Year Information Technology. A 2024 pattern syllabus for this year has not been published there yet, so confirm with your college which pattern applies to you.
314445C · Third Year Information Technology, SPPU 2019 pattern. Every unit, the marks scheme, course outcomes and books, copied from the official syllabus PDF.
Unit-wise syllabus
Introduction to Design Thinking
6 hoursIntroduction to Design and Design Thinking, Definition of Design Thinking, Need of Design Thinking, Features of Design Thinking, Problem Solving and Design, Design thinking as Strategy of Innovation, Use of Design Thinking, Design Thinking-Attributes, The Principles of Design Thinking, The Five-step Process of Design Thinking(Empathize, Define, Ideate, Prototype, Test),Design Thinking-A Solution based thinking: Design Thinking vs. Scientific Method, Problem Focused vs. Solution Focused, Analysis vs. Synthesis, Divergent Thinking vs. Convergent Thinking , Roots of Design Thinking in Human Centric Design Process.
Explore and Empathize
6 hoursTE (Information Technology) Syllabus (2019 Course) 26 Curriculum for Third Year of Information Technology (2019 Course), Savitribai Phule Pune University Explore- STEEP Analysis, Activity Systems, Stakeholder Analysis, Framed Opportunities Empathise- Observation, Problem statement, User Interviews- Interview for Empathy, Explorative Interview, Ask 5x Why, 5W+H questions (Design Thinking Toolbox), Needs Finding, Empathy Map, Persona Development, Customer Journey Map
Define and Ideate
6 hoursDefine- Define Point of view, “How might we ...” question, Storytelling, Context Mapping Ideate-Brainstorming, 2x2 Matrix Ideate- Purpose, Methods & Tools, SCAMPER, SCAMPER for Ideation, SCAMPER template, Analogous Inspiration, IDEATION using Deconstruct & Reconstruct, User Experience Journey
Prototype
6 hoursGet Visual, Design Principals, Determine What to Prototype, Storyboard Prototype- How to carry out Prototyping? Frequently used kinds of prototypes, Focused experiments – Critical Experience Prototype (CEP) & Critical Function Prototype (CFP), Crazy experiments – Dark horse Prototype, Combined experiments – Funky prototype Prototyping -Paper Prototyping, Digital Prototyping- Wireframe vs Realistic Prototypes, HTML vs WYSIWYG Editors, Additional Tools for Prototyping, Working with a Developer, Prototype Examples
Test and Reflect
6 hoursTest- Testing Sheet, Feedback Capture Grid, Powerful questions in experience testing, Solution interview Structured Usability Testing, A/B Testing, Design Testing with Users, Exploring Visual Design Mock-Ups Choosing a Design Testing, Usability Testing, Reflect- I like, I wish, I wonder, Create a pitch, lean canvas lessons learned, Road map for implementation Evolve- Concept Synthesis, Viability Analysis(Impact Evaluation), Innovation Tool using user needs, CAP, 4s.
Disruptive Innovation
6 hoursReimagining the Trade Show Experience at IBM, Redesigning the Customer Contact Center at Toyota, Social Networking at MeYou Health, Rethinking Subsidized Meals for the Elderly at The Good Kitchen THE SOCIAL PROBLEM Design Thinking in Healthcare with IDEO, Design Thinking Transformed Airbnb, IBM Design Thinking: A Framework To Help Teams Continuously Understand and Deliver, UberEATS.
Marks and credits
| Head | Marks | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| Mid-Sem (mid-semester exam) | 30 | 3 |
| End-semester exam | 70 |
Prerequisite: 1. Software Engineering, 2. Problem Solving.
Course outcomes
- CO1Identify need and features of design thinking.
- CO2Identify the opportunities and challenges for design thinking innovation.
- CO3Learn the process of design thinking using various tools.
- CO4Summarize and learn the various prototyping techniques.
- CO5Enlist the activities carried out in Test and reflect phase of design thinking.
- CO6Interpret the design thinking disruptive innovations through case studies.
Books
Text books
- Michael Lewrick, Patrick Link, Larry Leifer , “The Design Thinking Toolbox: A Guide to Mastering the Most Popular and Valuable Innovation Methods”, March 2020 edition, ISBN: 978-1-119- 62921-4, WILEY Publication.
- Mr Lee Chong Hwa (Lead Facilitator), “The Design Thinking: Guidebook”
Reference books
- IDEO (Firm), “The Field Guide to Human-centered Design: Design Kit”, 1st edition, ISBN- 978099140631-9, IDEO 2015.
- Russ Unger, Carolyn Chandler, “A Project Guide to UX Design For user experience designers inthe field or in the making (Voices That Matter)”, 2nd Edition, ISBN 13: 978-0-321-81538-5
- Karl T Ulrich, “Design – Creation of Artifacts in Society”, 1st edition, ISBN 978-0-9836487-0-3, University of Pennsylvania.
- Tim Brown, “Change by Design: How Design Thinking Transforms Organizations and Inspires Innovation”, ISBN- 9780061937743, Harper Collins, 2009.
- Eli Woolery, “Design Thinking Handbook”, In-Vision publisher.
- Jeanne Liedtka, Andrew King, Kevin Bennett, “Solving Problems with Design Thinking: TenStories of What Works”, Columbia Business School Publishing, E-ISBN 978-0-231-53605-9
- Jake Knapp, John Zeratsky, Braden Kowitz, “Sprint: How to Solve Big Problems and Test New Ideasin Just Five Days”, ISBN 9780593076118, Bantam Press, 2016.
- Don Norman, “The Design of Everyday Things: Revised and Expanded Edition”, ISBN9780465072996, Basic Books, 2013.
- Tom Kelly, “Creative Confidence: Unleashing the Creative Potential Within Us All”, October 2013 edition, ISBN: 978-0-385-34936-9 E -Books / E -Learning References:
- Creating Customer Journey Maps - MODULE 4: Design Thinking and Customer Journey Maps Coursera
- Design Thinking - A Primer online course video lectures by IIT Madras (freevideolectures.com)
- NPTEL: Humanities and Social Sciences - NOC: Understanding Design Thinking & People Centered Design
- NPTEL: Management - NOC: Design Thinking - A Primer
FAQ
How many units are in Design Thinking?
Design Thinking (314445C) has 6 units: Unit I Introduction to Design Thinking (6 h); Unit II Explore and Empathize (6 h); Unit III Define and Ideate (6 h); Unit IV Prototype (6 h); Unit V Test and Reflect (6 h); Unit VI Disruptive Innovation (6 h).
What is the marks scheme for Design Thinking?
The official Information Technology 2019 pattern syllabus lists mid-semester (Mid-Sem) for 30 marks and the end-semester exam for 70 marks, for 3 credits.
What should I know before Design Thinking?
Prerequisite listed in the syllabus: 1. Software Engineering, 2. Problem Solving.