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iNexus Academy for Applied STEM & Innovation

Certified Practitioner in STEM Innovation & Design Thinking

Total Duration: 8 Weeks (Approx. 60-80 Guided Hours)

Program Goal: To equip participants with the practical, user-centric methodologies necessary to transform conceptual ideas into validated, real-world solutions. This program embodies the Vision: to turn big ideas into reality.

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Curriculum Breakdown

The program is structured around the core Process iNexus STEM "Research" framework and is delivered across five sequential modules.

Program Curriculum: iNexus Academy for Applied STEM & Innovation

Duration: 8-Week Intensive Program

Weeks 1-2: Foundations of User-Centric Research

  • Core Focus: Mastering the primary stages of the innovation cycle: Understand (Empathize) and Observe.

  • Key Activities: Engaging in deep-dive user research and completing the Design Thinking Mindset Survey.

  • Evaluation: Formalized feedback through Internal Assessment 1.

  • Outcome: Developing a precise Define POV (Point of View) statement.

Weeks 3-4: Structured Ideation & Concept Validation

  • Core Focus: Moving from problem definition to creative solution generation through Ideation.

  • Key Activities: Utilizing the Venture Idea Generation Helper to validate the commercial viability of concepts.

  • Collaboration: Sharing insights and brainstorming on the Design Thinking Interaction - Mind Wall.

  • Outcome: A validated concept sketch ready for physical or digital modeling.

Weeks 5-6: Prototyping & Iterative Testing

  • Core Focus: Building tangible versions of ideas via the Prototype phase and conducting rigorous Testing.

  • Key Activities: Applying the Peer Evaluation Form to gather constructive feedback and completing Internal Assessment 2.

  • Outcome: A functional prototype refined through user-driven data.

Week 7: Project Finalization & Entrepreneurial Toolkits

  • Core Focus: Synthesizing the learning journey through structured Reflection.

  • Key Activities: Implementing The Innovation Toolkit for Entrepreneurs and submitting the formal Design Thinking Innovation Form.

  • Outcome: A comprehensive Design Innovation Portfolio.

Week 8: Review, Final Examination & Certification

  • Core Focus: Demonstrating mastery of the iNexus STEM Research workflow.

  • Key Activities: Presenting final Projects, completing the Innovation Potential Assessment, and sitting for the Model Exam.

  • Final Outcome: Awarding of the Official Certificate and guidance on Internships at iNexus STEM Services or joining the ATL Mentor of Change program.

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