| Course title | |||||
| Japanese Science and Technology [Japanese Science and Technology] | |||||
| Course category | Liberal Arts and Fundamental Studies | Requirement | Credit | 2 | |
| Department | Year | ～ | Semester | 3rd | |
| Course type | 3rd | Course code | 020250 | ||
| Instructor(s) | |||||
| 野間 竜男 [NOMA Tatsuo] | |||||
| Facility affiliation | Organization for the Advancement of Education and Global Learning | Office | Email address | ||
| Course description |
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This course is intended to cultivate a better understanding Japanese Science and Technology among students. We focus on current science and technology issues in Japan. These lectures will not only provide students with an important foundation in science and technology, but also help them develop ideas of their own research. In this semester the development and status of Japanese science and technology is explained through a keyword “Material” which acted as several breakthrough in the innovations in the field of science and technology. This course is offered in English as one of the Multidisciplinary Courses of the Global Integrated Studies. |
| Expected Learning |
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1. Discuss the science and technology from a global point of view and be able to understand Japan's science and technology level and its tasks. 2. Be able to discuss various topics on science and technology among participants in English. 3. Participants including international students will make groups and be able to collaborate on presentation. Compentency Development: Presentation skills, Leadership and Facilitation, Global Awareness, Communication skills, Knowledge on Science and Technology |
| Course schedule |
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1. Orientation (Importance of Materials in Science and Technology) 2. Inorganic Materials: Engineering Ceramics, Functional Ceramics, etc. 3. Material Processing in Space: Projects and Spin Out Effect. 4. Preapration for Individual Presentation 5. Students' Presentation and Discussion (1) 6. Students' Presentation and Discussion (2) 7. Students' Presentation and Discussion (3) 8. Metallic Materials: Shape Memory Alloys, H2 Absorbing Alloys, etc. 9. Polymers: Ferroelctric Polymers, Electric Conductive Polymers, etc. 10. Materials in Environment: Sensors, Catalysts, etc. 11. Materials Processing under Extreme Conditions: High Pressure etc. 12. Preparation for Group Presentation 13. Students' Group Presentation and Discussion 14. Closing Remarks 15. Appendix and Final Examination |
| Prerequisites |
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Lectures and discussions are all done in English, so English communication skill is necessary. Handouts are distributed beforehand, so it is essential to prepare so that you can understand the technical terms used in the lecture. In addition, for two presentations, it is necessary to review the latest science and technology information through internet and resume by yourselves. In addition to 30 hours you spend in the class, you are recommended to prepare for and review the classes, using the handouts provided and spending the standard amount of time as specified by the University for each class. |
| Required Text(s) and Materials |
| Handouts and materials given before the lectures |
| References |
| Introduced in the handouts |
| Assessment/Grading |
| Participation in Discussions during the lecture (20%), oral presentations (60%), and final examination (20%) |
| Message from instructor(s) |
| I encourage participants to join the discussion during the lecture, so don't hesitate. |
| Course keywords |
| Japanese, Science, Technology, Materials and Group Presentation |
| Office hours |
| Thursday 13:00-14:30 |
| Remarks 1 |
| Remarks 2 |
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| Lecture Language |
| English |
| Language Subject |
| Last update |
| 2/20/2019 9:40:04 AM |