| Program / Major | mDP | Goals |
|---|---|---|
| Fundamental Mechanical Engineering | A | 文化・芸術・歴史・政治経済などに基づく大局的な視野と倫理的な視点から、工学と社会の関わりを考察することができ、グローバル社会において多様な人々と意思疎通を図ることができる。 |
| Advanced Mechanical Engineering | A | 文化・芸術・歴史・政治経済などに基づく大局的な視野と倫理的な視点から、工学と社会の関わりを考察することができ、グローバル社会において多様な人々と意思疎通を図ることができる。 |
| Environment and Materials Engineering | D | 的確な判断のもとに技術者として責任ある行動をとることができる。 |
| Chemistry and Biotechnology | D | 的確な判断のもとに技術者として責任ある行動をとることができる。 |
| Electrical Engineering and Robotics | A | 多様な視点から種々の文化や社会の発展の歴史を学び、多面的に物事を捉えることができる。 |
| Advanced Electronic Engineering | A | 豊かな教養を持ち、幅広い視点から物事を考え理解する基礎的能力を身に付けることができる。 |
| Information and Communications Engineering | A-1 | 技術の進展と人間・社会の関わり合いを理解することができる。 |
| Computer Science and Engineering | E | 種々の文化の理解に基づき社会的・地球的視点から多面的に物事を考える能力を身に付けることができる。 |
| Urban Infrastructure and Environment | A-1 | ⾃然・⼈⽂・社会科学など、幅広く学問の英知を学び、地球的視野から多⾯的に物事を考える能⼒と素養を⾝に付けることができる。 |
The course aims to help students develop a legal perspective on the Constitution. To this end, it focuses on the legal significance
of the Constitution, the relationship between the state and the people, and the constitutional problems and questions that
characterize modern society.
This is an introductory course on the Constitution of Japan. It also deals with the following aspects: Constitutionalism,
the principles underlying the Constitution, the governing structure, and the importance and means of protecting fundamental
human rights.
* The classes will be conducted face-to-face in principle.
Omiya: Spring/Fall, Tuesday 3rd period (HONDA) * The first session, as well as the midterm and final exam sessions, will be conducted face-to-face.
Toyosu: Spring/Fall, Tuesday 3rd period; Fall, Tuesday 5th period (SHIBATA) * The classes will be conducted face-to-face in principle.
* The classes will be conducted face-to-face in principle.
Omiya: Spring/Fall, Tuesday 3rd period (HONDA) * The first session, as well as the midterm and final exam sessions, will be conducted face-to-face.
Toyosu: Spring/Fall, Tuesday 3rd period; Fall, Tuesday 5th period (SHIBATA) * The classes will be conducted face-to-face in principle.
- To obtain basic knowledge about the Constitution of Japan, understand constitutionalism and explain them
- To recognize and explain the significance of the governing system in Japan
- To recognize and explain the substance of fundamental human rights and the importance of guarantee of them
- To develop earnest interest about constitutional problems, such as amendment, security, and other related questions
- To learn with a sense of purpose and create awareness about the contents and significance of the Constitution, if a student aspires to be a teacher
| Documents for Submission, etc. | Midterm Examination | Final Examination | Total. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | 10% | 10% | 10% | 30% |
| 2. | 10% | 10% | 5% | 25% |
| 3. | 10% | 5% | 10% | 25% |
| 4. | 10% | 5% | 5% | 20% |
| Total. | 40% | 30% | 30% | - |
The allocation of the overall grade for this course is presented below:
・Submission of Documents, etc.: 40%
・Midterm Examination: 30%
・Final Examination: 30%
To pass the course, students must earn at least 60 points of 100. Students can score 60 points or more if they can state their opinions and answer questions, in assignments and the examinations, about the topics discussed in class and the key topics in the textbook.
Students are required to attend at least 6 out of 7 classes (12 out of 14 total sessions). If this requirement is not fulfilled, credits will not be awarded.
・Submission of Documents, etc.: 40%
・Midterm Examination: 30%
・Final Examination: 30%
To pass the course, students must earn at least 60 points of 100. Students can score 60 points or more if they can state their opinions and answer questions, in assignments and the examinations, about the topics discussed in class and the key topics in the textbook.
Students are required to attend at least 6 out of 7 classes (12 out of 14 total sessions). If this requirement is not fulfilled, credits will not be awarded.
| Class schedule | HW assignments (Including preparation and review of the class.) | Amount of Time Required | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Guidance | Confirm the syllabus and the precautions | 130minutes |
| Read [Textbook] 0th Lecture pp. 1-10 1st Lecture pp. 11-13 |
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| 2. | General Constitution, History of the Establishment of the Constitution of Japan | 1st Lecture pp. 11-20 2nd Lecture pp. 21-24 |
120minutes |
| 3. | The Governing Structure and the Sovereignty of the People | Final Lecture pp. 263-270 16th Lecture pp. 167-182 |
120minutes |
| 4. | Constitutional Amendment | 1st Lecture pp. 13-14 | 120minutes |
| 22nd Lecture pp. 239-250 23rd Lecture pp. 251-262 Final Lecture pp. 265-266 |
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| 5. | The Diet (Legislative Power) and the Cabinet (Executive/Administrative Power) | 17th Lecture pp. 183-194 18th Lecture pp. 195-206 |
120minutes |
| 6. | The Court (Judicial Power) | 1st Lecture pp. 13-15 19th Lecture pp. 207-218 20th Lecture pp. 219-228 |
120minutes |
| 7. | Midterm Examination Post-examination Discussion General Human Rights |
Coverage: Topics dealt with between the 1st and 6th classes (General Constitution, Governing Structure) |
600minutes |
| 2nd Lecture pp. 21-30 3rd Lecture pp. 31-40 4th Lecture pp. 41-48 |
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| 8. | Right to the pursuit of Happiness, Equality under the law, Family and Constitution | 5th Lecture pp. 49-58 6th Lecture pp. 59-70 |
120minutes |
| 7th Lecture pp.71-80 | |||
| 9. | Freedom of Thought and Conscience, Freedom of Religion | 8th Lecture pp. 81-90 9th Lecture pp. 91-102 |
120minutes |
| 10. | Freedom of Expression | 10th Lecture pp. 103-114 11th Lecture pp. 115-124 |
120minutes |
| 11. | Economic Freedom, Personal Liberty | 12th Lecture pp. 125-134 15th Lecture pp. 155-166 |
120minutes |
| 12. | Social Rights | 13th Lecture pp. 135-144 14th Lecture pp. 145-154 |
120minutes |
| 13. | The Emperor System, Pacifism, Local Autonomy |
18th Lecture pp. 199-202 Final Lecture p. 270 |
120minutes |
| 22nd Lecture pp. 239-250 21st Lecture pp. 229-238 |
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| 14. | Final Examination Post-examination Discussion Conclusion |
Coverage: Topics dealt with between the 7th and 13th classes (Human Rights, Recent Trend) | 600minutes |
| Total. | - | - | 2650minutes |
| ways of feedback | specific contents about "Other" |
|---|---|
| Feedback in/outside the class. | Listen carefully to the lecturer's explanations. |
Textbook: Mutsuo Nakamura et al. (Author and Editor), Hajitemteno Kenpôgaku 4th Edition, Sanseido, 2021.
Reference materials: Introduced during class.
Reference materials: Introduced during class.
・Please pay attention to the news and current happenings about the Constitution. Aim to become the ideal teacher, and learn
with a sense of purpose, if a student takes a teacher-training course.
・Please read the syllabus and attend the first class.
・Please prepare an Internet-capable (Wi-Fi-enabled) laptop. On ScombZ, handouts will be distributed and examinations, etc. will be given.
・Please read the syllabus and attend the first class.
・Please prepare an Internet-capable (Wi-Fi-enabled) laptop. On ScombZ, handouts will be distributed and examinations, etc. will be given.
- In spare time after class, in the classroom or lecturer’s room
- Office hours:
HONDA ＜Omiya＞ Wednesday 15:20−16:00 Laboratory (4508-2)
SHIBATA ＜Toyosu＞ Tuesday 15:20−16:00 Lecturer’s Room (04M25)
It is desirable to make an appointment by e-mail.
- Course that cultivates an ability for utilizing knowledge
| Work experience | Work experience and relevance to the course content if applicable |
|---|---|
| N/A | N/A |
- 3.GOOD HEALTH AND WELL-BEING
- 4.QUALITY EDUCATION
- 10.REDUCED INEQUALITIES
- 16.PEACE, JUSTICE AND STRONG INSTITUTIONS
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