| Program / Major | mDP | Goals | Courses |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fundamental Mechanical Engineering | F | 産業界や社会の要請を把握して解決するべき課題を設定し、さまざまな工学分野の知識を関連付けながら設計生産技術を活用することで、立案した構想に従って研究を進め課題を解決することができる。 | Sub |
| Advanced Mechanical Engineering | F | 産業界や社会の要請を把握して解決するべき課題を設定し、機械工学の学理を応用して異分野を含む融合分野で革新的な機能を創成することができる。 | Sub |
| Environment and Materials Engineering | B | 地球環境や地域社会との調和を見据えて、さまざまな工学分野に関わる問題を解決することができる。 | Sub |
| Chemistry and Biotechnology | B | 地球環境や地域社会との調和を見据えて、さまざまな工学分野に関わる問題を解決することができる。 | Sub |
| Electrical Engineering and Robotics | D | 電気工学や関連する工学の技術分野を課題に適用し、社会の要求を解決するために応用することができる。 | Sub |
| Advanced Electronic Engineering | E | 専門的デザイン課題について解決する能力を身に付けることができる。 | Sub |
| Information and Communications Engineering | F | 社会のニーズに対して技術課題を主体的に発見し、工学分野における分野横断的な知識も活用しつつ、計画的・継続的に取り組んで課題を達成することができる。 | Sub |
| Computer Science and Engineering | G | 技術的課題に対してさまざまな工学分野の知識を関連付けながら主体的に取り組み、継続的に学修する能力を身に付けることができる。 | Sub |
| Urban Infrastructure and Environment | G | ⼟⽊⼯学における現実の問題について、⼯学・専⾨基礎知識を⽤いて理解・解決することができる。 | Main |
In the first half of this course, which serves as a continuation of Civil Engineering Planning 1, students will delve into
regression analysis as a method for objectively analyzing issues.
In the second half of the course, students will learn the concepts and measurement methods related to project evaluation, which provides a comprehensive assessment of the impacts of various projects.
In the second half of the course, students will learn the concepts and measurement methods related to project evaluation, which provides a comprehensive assessment of the impacts of various projects.
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
Part I: Regression Analysis and Maximum Likelihood Estimation
1.Apply regression analysis using the least squares method to estimate parameters objectively.
2.Enhance the accuracy of multiple regression models.
3.Understand the concept and application of maximum likelihood estimation for analyzing complex phenomena.
Part II: Cost-Benefit Analysis for Project Feasibility
4.Comprehend the role of cost-benefit analysis in ensuring transparency and efficiency in public investments.
5.Learn how to measure benefits and costs, especially those that can be evaluated in monetary terms.
6.Grasp the fundamental concepts and calculation methods of cost-benefit analysis.
7.Evaluate the feasibility of projects using cost-benefit analysis as an objective tool.
8.Gain insight into project evaluation, encompassing various project effects.
Part I: Regression Analysis and Maximum Likelihood Estimation
1.Apply regression analysis using the least squares method to estimate parameters objectively.
2.Enhance the accuracy of multiple regression models.
3.Understand the concept and application of maximum likelihood estimation for analyzing complex phenomena.
Part II: Cost-Benefit Analysis for Project Feasibility
4.Comprehend the role of cost-benefit analysis in ensuring transparency and efficiency in public investments.
5.Learn how to measure benefits and costs, especially those that can be evaluated in monetary terms.
6.Grasp the fundamental concepts and calculation methods of cost-benefit analysis.
7.Evaluate the feasibility of projects using cost-benefit analysis as an objective tool.
8.Gain insight into project evaluation, encompassing various project effects.
- Students can understand regression analysis techniques, which are frequently used in civil engineering planning data analysis.
- Students can understand the some methods for calculating benefits of project evaluation and carrying out a cost-benefit analysis.
- Students can understand the need for objective analysis in the implementation of infrastructure planning.
| Report | final examination | Total. | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | 20% | 30% | 50% |
| 2. | 20% | 30% | 50% |
| Total. | 40% | 60% | - |
The total score will be determined by the final examination and reports, and a total score of 60% or higher is required to
pass the course.
| Class schedule | HW assignments (Including preparation and review of the class.) | Amount of Time Required | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Guidance Explanation of the overall structure of the class and grading methods Review of lecture content of Civil Engineering Planning 1 |
Read the syllabus carefully to understand the course outline, achievement objectives, class program, and evaluation methods before attending the guidance, and make an appropriate decision on whether or not to proceed with this course. | 60minutes |
| Please review the lectures. | 60minutes | ||
| 2. | Understanding the principles of parameter estimation in regression analysis (Part 1) | Research the content in the resume for this class handed out at Scombz. | 60minutes |
| Please review the lectures. | 120minutes | ||
| 3. | Understanding the principles of parameter estimation in regression analysis (Part 2) | Research the content in the resume for this class handed out at Scombz. | 60minutes |
| Please review the lectures. | 120minutes | ||
| 4. | Understand how to check the accuracy of the estimated regression model for correct estimation (Part 1) | Research the content in the resume for this class handed out at Scombz. | 120minutes |
| Please review the lectures. | 60minutes | ||
| 5. | Understand how to check the accuracy of the estimated regression model for correct estimation (Part 2) | Research the content in the resume for this class handed out at Scombz. | 120minutes |
| Please review the lectures. | 60minutes | ||
| 60minutes | |||
| 6. | Understand the assumptions used to implement regression analysis and develop technical skills to improve the accuracy of regression models (Part 1) | Research the content in the resume for this class handed out at Scombz. | 60minutes |
| Please review the lectures. | 150minutes | ||
| 7. | Understand the assumptions used to implement regression analysis and develop technical skills to improve the accuracy of regression models (Part 2) | Research the content in the resume for this class handed out at Scombz. | 60minutes |
| Please review the lectures. | 150minutes | ||
| 8. | Learn the outline of the maximum likelihood estimation method and be able to estimate parameters by Microsoft Excel use solver to estimate travel behavior models | Research the content in the resume for this class handed out at Scombz. | 60minutes |
| Please review the lectures. | 150minutes | ||
| 9. | What is Cost-Benefit Analysis? Learn about the types of benefits that some infrastructure projects can bring. |
Research the content in the resume for this class handed out at Scombz. | 60minutes |
| Please review the lectures. | 120minutes | ||
| 10. | To understand the User Benefits formula. | Research the content in the resume for this class handed out at Scombz. | 60minutes |
| Please review the lectures. | 150minutes | ||
| 11. | Travel time saving value can be obtained by the preference approach method using the utility function of the logit model. | Research the content in the resume for this class handed out at Scombz. | 120minutes |
| Please review the lectures. | 60minutes | ||
| 12. | Learn how to calculate construction cost in B/C | Research the content in the resume for this class handed out at Scombz. | 60minutes |
| Please review the lectures. | 120minutes | ||
| 13. | Learn how to aggregate the calculation period of costs and benefits using present value. Learn about the three evaluation indicators of cost-benefit analysis (B/C, B-C, and EIRR) . |
Research the content in the resume for this class handed out at Scombz. | 60minutes |
| Please review the lectures. | 60minutes | ||
| 14. | Final exam and explanation of exam answers | Final exam | 250minutes |
| Total. | - | - | 2650minutes |
| ways of feedback | specific contents about "Other" |
|---|---|
| Feedback in the class |
Class materials will be printed out in Scombz.
The lecture part of cost-benefit analysis is basic. The calculation methods of ”Supplier Benefits,” ”Environmental Improvement Benefits,” and ”Existence Value,” which are important benefit items other than user benefits, and benefit measurement methods for river improvement projects and land readjustment projects will be provided via on-demand video (these contents will not be included in the final exam).
The lecture part of cost-benefit analysis is basic. The calculation methods of ”Supplier Benefits,” ”Environmental Improvement Benefits,” and ”Existence Value,” which are important benefit items other than user benefits, and benefit measurement methods for river improvement projects and land readjustment projects will be provided via on-demand video (these contents will not be included in the final exam).
It is recommended that students have mastered courses in Introduction to Economics and Transportation Planning in order to
understand this class.
- Course that cultivates an ability for utilizing knowledge
| Work experience | Work experience and relevance to the course content if applicable |
|---|---|
| Applicable | Author of cost-benefit manuals for the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (railroads, airlines, and ports); member of the committee for the post-evaluation of the Shinkansen projects. |
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- 10.REDUCED INEQUALITIES
- 12.RESPONSIBLE CONSUMPTION & PRODUCTION
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