Course title
農学基礎ゼミ   [Basic Seminar of Agricultural Science]
Course category Liberal Arts and Fundamental Studies  Requirement   Credit 2 
Department   Year 11  Semester 1st 
Course type 1st  Course code 01fy1002k
Instructor(s)
鈴木 絵里子   [SUZUKI Eriko]
Facility affiliation Faculty of Agriculture Office 3-211  Email address

Course description
This course aims to develop minds for knowledge creation and autonomous learning, and is designed as an introductory course for the Liberal Arts and Fundamental Studies. Students will experience different styles of lectures and classes depending on the contents. It consists of two parts.

Part I : Common Introductory Program
In this program that is common to all first-year students, students will learn about our university and think how they would pursue their academic life here. The university history and TUAT principals are described as well as our research activities, with the aim of encouraging students to engage in university study and to understanding the importance of designing their individual university life.

Part II : Faculty-Specific Program
Expected Learning
1) To understand the autonomous learning in the University, and be able to design individual's academic life at University from broad perspectives.
2)Whether you have learned a way to actively research and study independently.

Competency Development:
Initiative and Autonomy, Leadership and Facilitation, Knowledge Creation, Presentation Skills, Mission-Oriented Research and Problem Solving, Academic Ethics
Course schedule
Part I : Common Introductory Program
1. About the University (I)
Brief history of the University. Talks from the President, the Dean of the Faculty of Agriculture, and the Dean of the Faculty of Engineering.
2. About the University (II)
Talks from the Heads of the Departments.
3. Studying at the University
Differences between studying at high school and studying at university. Designing your academic life at the University from broad perspectives.
Questioning minds that lead you to the depth of academic study and research
4. Energy-saving and Safety in university life
Global warming and emission of green house gas. Our effort in reducing CO2 emission.Risk management in laboratories. Your action to ensure own and others' safety. Risks of harmful chemicals and proper ways of their disposal.
5. Research ethics
Code of conduct for research integrity, and scientific misconducts. Falsification, fabrication, and plagiarism are discussed.

Part II : Faculty-Specific Program
6.-15. Learn the history of science through comics
Mankind has accumulated great scientific discoveries in history. The development of today's medical technology, communication technology, industry, and industry cannot be said without discovery and invention in science. In this basic seminar, we aim to deepen understanding and insight into the history of science by presenting and discussing the history of discovery in such a great science that mankind is proud of using cartoons and illustrations.
Prerequisites
Part I : In addition to 10 hours you spend in the class, you are recommended to review the classes spending the standard amount of time as specified by the University for each class, to plan out the courses to take and design how you would pursue your academic activities ahead.
Part II :You cannot take seminars assigned by your faculty member.
Classes will be organized based on the desired course survey. Take the seminar decided after the formation.
Required Text(s) and Materials
Handouts and exercise materials are provided during the class
References
・アカデミック・スキルズ 大学生のための知的技法入門 (慶應義塾大学出版会) 佐藤望(編著)、湯川武、横山千晶、近藤明彦
・思考を鍛える大学の学び入門ー論理的な考え方・書き方からキャリアデザインまで(慶應義塾大学出版会)井下千以子
Assessment/Grading
Part I (25%):Marks are given based on worksheets collected at the end of each class.
Part II (75%):Comprehensively evaluate attendance and presentation. (If you miss more than 1/3, you will not be credited)
Message from instructor(s)
Course keywords
Part I :Questioning mind, Autonomous learning Part II :Learn the history of science and broaden your perspective and hearing.
Office hours
Part I : It will be announced during the class. Part II :Same as left.
Remarks 1
Remarks 2
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Lecture Language
Japanese
Language Subject
Last update
2/19/2020 3:43:41 PM