Pensamiento Sistémico en el Siglo XXI from Coursera

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¿Qué es un sistema? Pensamiento Sistémico y sus conceptos centrales

Dentro de este módulo, compuesto por dos lecciones fundamentales, vas a comprender qué es un sistema. Introduciremos conceptos centrales del Pensamiento Sistémico. Asimismo, entenderás qué es reduccionismo analítico y sus diferencias con el Pensamiento Sistémico. Finalmente, comprenderás los principales principios universales y centrales rigen a todas las corrientes del pensamiento sistémico. Este módulo será la base inicial de todo el curso, cuyos contenidos y actividades te permitirán explorar el enfoque sistémico y sus principales propiedades.

Orígenes del Pensamiento Sistémico

Dentro de este módulo, compuesto por cuatro lecciones, vas a comprender las bases y orígenes del pensamiento sistémico. Así mismo, comprenderás la relación entre el Pensamiento Sistémico y diferentes disciplinas o campos del conocimiento. También explorarás qué es la Teoría General de Sistemas y qué son los isomorfismos. Finalmente, comprenderás la importancia del Pensamiento Sistémico en la actualidad. Este módulo te permitirá reconocer el enfoque sistémico y sus principales propiedades, esta vez explorando sus orígenes e historia.

Una multiplicidad de metodologías sistémicas

Bienvenido al tercer módulo del curso Pensamiento sistémico en el siglo XXI. Dentro de este módulo, compuesto por tres lecciones fundamentales, vas a comprender SOSM (System of Systems Methodologies) y su importancia para la aplicación de metodologías en diversos problemas. Asimismo, desarrollarás ejercicios que te permitirán familiarizarte con SOSM y entender su utilidad práctica. También entenderás que existen diferentes enfoques del Pensamiento Sistémico y reconocerás su complementariedad. Finalmente, comprenderás las fortalezas y debilidades de las metodologías sistémicas exploradas en este módulo y descubrirás las aplicaciones del Pensamiento Sistémico en diferentes sectores de la sociedad.

Pensamiento Flexible de Sistemas

Dentro de este módulo, compuesto por tres lecciones, vamos a profundizar un poco en uno de los enfoques del Sistema de Metodologías Sistémicas, llamado Pensamiento Flexible de Sistemas. En eso, comprenderás los conceptos centrales y los fundamentos teóricos del enfoque flexible de sistemas mediante su aplicación en torno a una problemática del mundo. Junto con lo anterior, explorarás las fortalezas y limitaciones del enfoque flexible de sistemas. Finalmente, comprenderás la utilidad del enfoque flexible de sistemas para abordar problemáticas de impacto global.

Pensamiento Duro de Sistemas

Dentro de este módulo, compuesto por cuatro lecciones, vamos a profundizar un poco en otro de los enfoques del Sistema de Metodologías Sistémicas, llamado Pensamiento Duro de Sistemas. En eso, comprenderás los conceptos centrales y los fundamentos teóricos del enfoque duro de sistemas entendiendo sus generalidades y principios. Junto con lo anterior, explorarás las fortalezas y limitaciones del enfoque duro de sistemas. De esta forma, comprenderás el enfoque duro de sistemas como herramienta de gran utilidad en problemáticas de impacto global. Asimismo, detallarás las principales diferencias entre el enfoque duro de sistemas y el enfoque flexible de sistemas y finalmente, identificarás en qué tipo de situaciones problemáticas es adecuado usar determinado enfoque sistémico.

Una visión sistémica de la vida

Dentro de este último módulo, compuesto por cuatro lecciones, podrás ver diferentes conversaciones con expertos del pensamiento sistémico y cómo ellos han aplicado este enfoque en cada una de sus áreas de trabajo. Así, entenderás el valor de la aplicación del pensamiento sistémico en diferentes disciplinas y áreas de estudio. Luego, podrás generar reflexiones sobre cómo afrontar mejor los problemas de la vida cotidiana desde un enfoque sistémico. Con estas herramientas, serás capaz de diferenciar entre lo que es una solución sistémica y lo que no es, para finalmente reflexionar sobre los aportes del pensamiento sistémico en tu propia vida.

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Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Desarrolla los conceptos fundamentales del Pensamiento Sistémico, preparando a los alumnos para aplicarlos en diversos contextos

Está orientado a personas interesadas en adquirir un enfoque integral y sistemático para comprender y resolver problemas complejos

Es impartido por instructores expertos en el campo del Pensamiento Sistémico, lo que garantiza la calidad y relevancia del contenido

Incluye videos temáticos, actividades prácticas, presentaciones interactivas y lecturas, ofreciendo una variedad de recursos de aprendizaje

Cubre una amplia gama de metodologías sistémicas, proporcionando a los alumnos una comprensión integral del campo

Explora aplicaciones prácticas del Pensamiento Sistémico en diversos sectores, demostrando su relevancia en el mundo real

Career center

Learners who complete Pensamiento Sistémico en el Siglo XXI will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Systems Architect

A Systems Architect applies engineering and computer science skills to the design, construction, and maintenance of complex software systems. This course helps build a foundation in foundational concepts of systems thinking and introduces learners to a variety of systems methodologies. These skills help form a base that Systems Architects can utilize in the design and implementation of complex systems.

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Systems Engineer

Systems Engineers apply engineering and science skills to design, develop, and test complex systems for scientific, industrial, or military applications. As systems today are often contextually complex with a high degree of interdependency between constituent components, this course's focus on emergent system properties and systemic problem-solving may be helpful in advancing into this role.

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Systems Analyst

Systems Analysts are responsible for studying and analyzing existing systems and procedures, as well as recommending and implementing changes to improve efficiency and effectiveness. This course helps build a foundation in foundational concepts of systems thinking and provides a historical contextualization of systems methodologies and applications. These skills help form a base that Systems Analysts can utilize in the identification of system requirements and opportunities for improvement.

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Industrial Engineer

Industrial Engineers design and implement systems that improve productivity and efficiency in a variety of industries. This course's focus on emergent system properties and systemic problem-solving may be helpful in advancing into this role. The course provides a historical contextualization of systems methodologies and applications which may be useful for understanding the role of systems engineering in industrial settings.

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Data Scientist

Data Scientists use data, algorithms, and machine learning to solve a variety of business problems. This course may be useful in advancing into this role as it provides a foundation in foundational concepts of systems thinking and introduces learners to a variety of systems methodologies. These skills can enrich a Data Scientist's abilities in working with large and complex datasets, identifying patterns, and developing predictive models.

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Business Analyst

Business Analysts are responsible for analyzing business processes and identifying areas for improvement. This course may be useful in advancing into this role as it provides a foundation in foundational concepts of systems thinking and introduces learners to a variety of systems methodologies. These skills can strengthen a Business Analyst's abilities in understanding complex business processes and designing solutions.

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Management Consultant

Management Consultants provide advice to organizations on how to improve their operations and achieve their goals. This course may be useful in advancing into this role as it provides a foundation in foundational concepts of systems thinking and introduces learners to a variety of systems methodologies. These skills can enhance a Management Consultant's abilities in analyzing complex business systems and providing recommendations for improvement.

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Software Architect

Software Architects design and develop the overall architecture of software systems. This course may be useful in advancing into this role as it provides a foundation in foundational concepts of systems thinking and introduces learners to a variety of systems methodologies. These skills can strengthen a Software Architect's abilities in designing and implementing complex software systems.

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Systems Programmer

Systems Programmers design and develop operating systems and other low-level software. This course may be useful in advancing into this role as it provides a foundation in foundational concepts of systems thinking and introduces learners to a variety of systems methodologies. These skills can strengthen a Systems Programmer's abilities in designing and implementing complex software systems.

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Operations Research Analyst

Operations Research Analysts use mathematical and analytical techniques to solve complex problems in a variety of industries. This course may be useful in advancing into this role as it provides a foundation in foundational concepts of systems thinking and introduces learners to a variety of systems methodologies. These skills can enhance an Operations Research Analyst's abilities in identifying and solving complex problems.

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Software Developer

Software Developers design, develop, and maintain software applications. This course may be useful in advancing into this role as it provides a foundation in foundational concepts of systems thinking and introduces learners to a variety of systems methodologies. These skills can strengthen a Software Developer's abilities in designing and implementing complex software systems.

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Computer Systems Analyst

Computer Systems Analysts design and implement computer systems. This course may be useful in advancing into this role as it provides a foundation in foundational concepts of systems thinking and introduces learners to a variety of systems methodologies. These skills can enhance a Computer Systems Analyst's abilities in designing and implementing complex computer systems.

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Database Administrator

Database Administrators are responsible for the design, implementation, and maintenance of databases. This course may be useful in advancing into this role as it provides a foundation in foundational concepts of systems thinking and introduces learners to a variety of systems methodologies. These skills can strengthen a Database Administrator's abilities in designing and implementing complex database systems.

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Quality Assurance Analyst

Quality Assurance Analysts are responsible for ensuring that software and other products meet quality standards. This course may be useful in advancing into this role as it provides a foundation in foundational concepts of systems thinking and introduces learners to a variety of systems methodologies. These skills can strengthen a Quality Assurance Analyst's abilities in identifying and resolving defects in software systems.

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Information Security Analyst

Information Security Analysts are responsible for protecting computer systems and networks from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, disruption, modification, or destruction. This course may be useful in advancing into this role as it provides a foundation in foundational concepts of systems thinking and introduces learners to a variety of systems methodologies. These skills can strengthen an Information Security Analyst's abilities in designing and implementing security measures.

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