THINKING SKILLS ASSIGNMENT 1 PART 1 TRIMESTER 2 UNIVERSITI TEKNOLOGI PETRONAS (UTP)

LECTURER COURSE GROUP GROUP NAME GROUP MEMBERS

: DR. ONG SENG HEE : MECHANICAL ENGINEERING : ENGINEERING 3 : DNAME : MOHAMMED EISSAMELDIN HISHAM BIN MOHAMAD ALIFIAH TENGKU ADAM BASILI BIN TENGKU ADZHAN PUA MING JIA ABDULLAH NAIM BIN MOHD MAZRI MAXIMO GUILLERMO OBAMA MODESTO EDU NKONY 15724 15517 15448 15323 15281 14618 14634

1. PROBLEM STATEMENT The problem is the spreading of H1N1 virus in Malaysia.

2. OBJECTIVES The objectives of this project are: 2.1. 2.2. To provide an accurate analysis of how AH1N1 spreads To provide solutions to the main cause of AH1N1

3. RESEACH TASKS The research tasks are: 3.1. 3.2. 3.3. 3.4. To use OPV and CAF to generate a list of probable causes of the spreading of AH1N1. To produce a comprehensive Ishikawa Diagram based on the causes generated in 3.1 To propose 5 solutions to the problem of the spreading of AH1N1. To propose and submit an executive report

4. TASKS 4.1 Thinking Tools Details 1. CAF CAF an attention-directing tool designed to increase the breadth of perception. We are to take into consideration all the factors that may be involved into a matter. To use CAF, we are to list down the main factors and the effects of the issue or problem in a table form, and then consider only a number of the most important factors of an issue or problem, affecting every individual on society. Benefits include able to know what is left out and neglected from thinking, able to avoid the error of partialism in thinking and able to engage in and tackle problems from different angles. Plus it also helps reduce the chances of missing out important factors and choices concerning the issue. 2. OPV OPV is used to find out the effects of the action to be taken on other people. To use OPV, we need to find out the people that areinvolved, the effects and how the effects affect the people. Every effects of our action to be taken must take into account the effects on all the people involved. We list down the person or group involved into a table and list down their respective views. The benefits of OPV includes achieving multiple perspectives of different people on the issue whether it is affected by any consideration, decision or solution and improving ones ability to think from a view point other than their personal views. 3. ISHIKAWA DIAGRAM Ishikawa Diagram also known as fishbone diagramis used to think about possible causes and reasons leading to an effector a problem and solutionfor preventing thoseproblems. It is done by drawing a fishbone-shaped mind map and list all the factors along with the sub-factors involved into the mindmap.

4.2 Illustration of Thinking Tools Used to Address the Problem How AH1N1 is spread (CAF) : FACTORS 1.Through coughing or sneezing by people with influenza 2. Through physical contact 3.Through consumption of infected pigs 4. By visiting areas once affected by the flu. 5.Not much people care about their health. 6. People neglecting to cook pork properly. DETAILS Virus can be spread airborne. Virus is transferred from an infected person to a healthy person through physical contact The virus is commonly found in pigs. Virus may still be active at the time of visit. People neglect the importance of their own health. As this virus is commonly found in pigs, improperly cooked pork may have higher chance of spreading the virus. Other Peoples Views (OPV) regarding the treatment needed: PEOPLE 1. Businessmen 2. Pigsty owner VIEWS How are we to sell pork if they are banned? How am I to know if my pigs are infected? How to know if I am infected? How am I to support my family if I cannot sell 3. Ministers pigs anymore? How are we to support the need of pork by nonMuslim consumers? Where are we to obtain that much money to support the cost of treatment and prevention? 4. Doctors Which treatment is cheaper? How am I to help treat the flu patients if the drug is not licensed for use in Malaysia? Where am I to get an area for isolating the ones 5. Public workers 6. Drug manufacturers Ishikawa Diagram infected from affecting others? How am I going to get to work comfortably if I have to always have my mask on? How am I to market my drug?

4.3 Suggested Solutions to the Problem The solutions to the problem of poor hygiene are: 1. Wash hands after sneezing and coughing to minimize risk of spreading the virus. 2. Wear mask.

3. Keep your living compound clean. 4. Quarantine yourself if you are sick. 5. Seek for medical help if you have symptoms of getting H1N1.