Module Outline_CTS

Foundation in Natural and Built Environments

Module: Creative Thinking Skills [ ARC30104]

Prerequisite: None

Credit hours: 4

Instructor: Shazreene Nurjanna |Mr.Paul

Module Synopsis

This module will equip students with theory and techniques that will help them understand the range of

thinking abilities and how enhancing these can result in a higher quality of design work. Students are

encouraged to explore or broaden their own ideas and thought processes with techniques such as mindmapping;

expand, twist or synthesize ideas with techniques such as random association; and translate their

ideas into a tangible form which can be interactive, presentable, entertaining or a form of visual design

statement. They will also learn techniques to manage and develop ideas in collaborative efforts or as design

teams, in all its advantages.

Module Teaching Objectives
The teaching objectives of the module are:
1. To identify critical thinking and idea generation skills through the investigation and application of a wide
range of thinking skills and techniques.
2. To understand the modes of thinking commonly associated with critical thinking (left-brain), creative
thinking (right brain) as well as holistic (whole brain) thinking.
3. To implement divergent and convergent thinking methods in researching, developing and presenting
ideas and conclusions in the form of tangible statements.

Module Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the module, students will be able to:
1. Apply practical, critical and creative thinking skills within a variety of academic assignments
2. Recognize the characteristics of critical and creative thinking and their applications in students’ personal
and working lives
3. Identify the importance of expressing personal opinions as part of academic development and the
systematic journey(s) taken to evolve these statements

Modes of Delivery
This is a 3 credit hour module conducted over a period of 18 weeks. The modes of delivery will be in the
form of lectures, tutorials, and self-directed study. The breakdown of the contact hours for the module is as
follows:
 Lecture: 1 hour/week
 Tutorial: 3 hours/week
 Self-study: 3.6 hours/week

Office Hours
You are encouraged to visit the instructor/lecturer/tutor concerned for assistance during office hours. If the
office hours do not meet your schedule, notify the instructor and set appointment times as needed.
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TIMeS
TIMeS will be used as a communication tool and information portal for students to access module materials,
project briefs, assignments and announcements