Undergraduate Thesis Research 1

The objective of Comprehensive Research is to cultivate problem-solving skills by encouraging students to independently identify challenges in society and science toward achieving a sustainable society. Students will engage in research activities that utilize specialized knowledge and techniques in science and engineering from a holistic and interdisciplinary perspective.
In Undergraduate Thesis Research 1, students learn from research case studies in specialized fields under the guidance of multiple faculty members. The course focuses on the acquisition of foundational research skills, such as:
-Literature survey methodologies using academic papers (including design) and other references.
-Methods for experimentation, data analysis, and interpretation.
-Techniques for synthesizing research results and the utilization of various equipment and digital tools.
Students are required to provide progress reports on their research activities and learning outcomes under the supervision of their faculty advisors.

In Undergraduate Thesis Research 1, students will explore their primary field of academic interest from a holistic and interdisciplinary perspective by experiencing multiple laboratories. Through this exploratory process, they will acquire the foundational research skills essential for conducting advanced research in science and engineering.

1. [Problem Identification and Understanding of Social Significance]
   Acquire and explain foundational interdisciplinary knowledge required to approach challenges for a sustainable society from multiple perspectives.
2. [Ability to Survey and Analyze Existing Research]
   Appropriately survey and organize existing research and technical trends related to their research topics by utilizing literature searches and various digital tools.
3. [Formulation of Research Plans and Methodological Selection]
   Correctly understand and safely/appropriately execute specific research methods, such as experimentation, analysis, or design, through multiple laboratory experiences.
4. [Logical Writing and Presentation Skills]
   Logically summarize the progress of their research activities and effectively communicate them to others through presentations and Q＆A sessions.
5. [Autonomous Career Development Skills]
   Define the direction of their specialized research theme and formulate a career design toward ”Undergraduate Thesis Research 2” and beyond.

Grades will be determined based on a comprehensive evaluation of the following components and weightings:
1. Career Design Report (10%)
Evaluation is based on the learning outcomes of ”Creating the Future 1” and ”Creating the Future 2.” Specifically, it assesses the strategic planning shown in the student’s attitude toward ”Undergraduate Thesis Research” and the level of specificity regarding their commitment to social contribution.
2. Laboratory Experience Portfolio (60%)
This score is the aggregate of the participation attitude demonstrated during each laboratory experience (A–D) and the results of the specific assignments or reports submitted for each experience.
3. Progress Report ＆ Presentation (20%)
Evaluation of the quality of presentation materials, logical structure, and presentation skills during the sessions held in weeks 12 and 13, as well as the appropriateness of responses during the Q＆A sessions.
4. Final Reflection ＆ Research Plan (10%)
Evaluation of the specificity and initiative (ownership) shown in the research plan for ”Undergraduate Thesis Research 2,” which is formulated during the ”Summary and Outlook” session in week 14.
Note:
A 5-level rubric will be established for the assessment items. A minimum average score of 3 across these rubrics is required to achieve a passing grade, which corresponds to 60 points on a 100-point scale.

Japanese(English accepted)

The “Study Fields” and “Research Themes” of each laboratory can be found on the official university page “Faculty and Laboratory Introductions”:
https://www.shibaura-it.ac.jp/en/research/

Class Content
1, Guidance: Course flow and evaluation methods.Program/Course Introduction: Overview of specialized fields (Video/On-demand).
　Prep ＆ Review: Read the course guide and view on-demand materials.
2, Career Design ＆ Research: Connection between future career paths and research activities.Foundations of Research Ethics.Program/Course Introduction: (Continued via Video/On-demand).
　Prep ＆ Review: Reflect on your personal career design and view on-demand materials.
3, Laboratory Experience (A)-1: Introduction to laboratory research activities and research overviews.
　Prep ＆ Review: Read the introductory materials for the target laboratory.
4, Laboratory Experience (A)-2: Specific research experiences (experiments, analysis, or design) and discussions.
　Prep ＆ Review: Work on assignments provided by the target laboratory.
5, Laboratory Experience (A)-3: Specific research experiences (continued) and discussions.
　Prep ＆ Review: Work on assignments provided by the target laboratory.
6, Laboratory Experience (B)-1: Introduction to laboratory research activities and research overviews.
　Prep ＆ Review: Read the introductory materials for the target laboratory.
7, Laboratory Experience (B)-2: Specific research experiences (experiments, analysis, or design) and discussions.
　Prep ＆ Review: Work on assignments provided by the target laboratory.
8, Laboratory Experience (B)-3: Specific research experiences (continued) and discussions.
　Prep ＆ Review: Work on assignments provided by the target laboratory.
9, Laboratory Experience (C)-1: Introduction to laboratory research activities and research overviews.
　Prep ＆ Review: Read the introductory materials for the target laboratory.
10, Laboratory Experience (C)-2: Specific research experiences (experiments, analysis, or design) and discussions.
　Prep ＆ Review: Work on assignments provided by the target laboratory.
11, Laboratory Experience (C)-3: Specific research experiences (continued) and discussions.
　Prep ＆ Review: Work on assignments provided by the target laboratory.
12, Laboratory Experience (D): Tours and visits to other laboratories.
　Prep ＆ Review: Read the introductory materials for the target laboratories.
13, Progress Report ＆ Presentation: Summary of lab experiences and presentation of personal aptitude analysis.Deepening of knowledge through interdisciplinary discussions with peers.
　Prep ＆ Review: Organize feedback obtained from Q＆A sessions and update your research perspectives.
14, Summary ＆ Future Outlook: Bridge to ””Undergraduate Thesis Research 2””.Tentative selection of research themes and formulation of future plans.
　Prep ＆ Review: Review learning outcomes from Research 1 and create a roadmap toward the completion of your graduation thesis.

Necessary materials will be shared in digital format as needed.

Students will reflect on the learning outcomes of ”Creating the Future 1” and ”Creating the Future 2,” taken during their freshman and sophomore years. They will contemplate their mindset and approach toward ”Undergraduate Thesis Research” and submit an objective report (Career Design Report).

• During break times before and after class.
• If a meeting is required, please make an appointment with the course instructor via email.

Regionally-oriented graduation thesis, master's thesis and doctoral dissertation

• Course that cultivates an ability for utilizing knowledge
• Course that cultivates a basic interpersonal skills
• Course that cultivates a basic self-management skills
• Course that cultivates a basic problem-solving skills

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