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

Google Classroom CODE: nvr54p2 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

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

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. Appendix 15. Concluding Remarks Final Examination

Prerequisites

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

Comprehensive evaluation will be made based on the degree of participation in discussions during class, presentations (twice), and the content of the final exam. Discussion: 20% / Evaluate the ability to discuss various topics related to science and technology in English. Presentation: 30% x 2 / Evaluate the ability to create scientific presentations with a collaboration of the participants. Final exam: 20% / Evaluate the ability to write documents of the topics related to science and technology.

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

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Lecture Language

English

Language Subject

Last update

8/30/2022 9:04:11 AM