The lecture focuses on the basics of agile product development, in which development processes are structured in the form of several short sprints. The lecture deepens the relevant technical and methodological knowledge for the implementation of the characteristic core activities: Design, Build, Test.

Introduction to machine elements and mechanical systems as basics of product development. Case studies of their application in products and systems.

The lecture elaborates on the innovation process, its sub processes and methodological procedures: moderation technique, scenario technique, innovation strategy, quality function deployment QFD, Failure Mode and Effect Analysis FMEA, conjoint analysis, product plattforms, creativitymethods, evaluation and decision methods.

"Project-based Education" (PBE). This course aims to enhance the knowledge and competency of students regarding their innovation capability and their ability to foster creativity in teams. The goal of the course's project work is to develop, implement and evaluat either a creativity workshop or a creativity skill training.