Global Project-Based Learning 1

Course title

3301720A

Middle-level Diploma Policy (mDP)

Program / Major	mDP	Goals
Bioscience Course	DP-4a・1	研究者・技術者としての基礎的素養分子・細胞・個体レベルの専門知識を修得し、生命現象を俯瞰して課題を特定すると共に、適切な実験・解析手法を用いて問題解決策を構築できる。
Biomedical Engineering Course	DP-4b・1	研究者・技術者としての基礎的素養医工学分野の専門知識・ものづくり技術を修得し、論理的に課題解決できる。
Sports Engineering Course	DP-4c・1	研究者・技術者としての基礎的素養運動機器・支援デバイスを開発し、運動機能の発展・拡張に寄与できる。

Purpose of class

The objective is to develop, through practical exercises conducted with international participants, the ability to communicate information and opinions containing specialized content—which is essential for success as an international engineer or scientist—as well as the ability to understand such information and opinions shared by others and to collaborate and coordinate effectively within a group.

Course description

Students may fulfill the requirements for this practicum by participating in one of the gPBL courses offered by this department. The objective of this practicum is to help students acquire—through practical exercises conducted alongside international participants—the ability to communicate information and opinions containing specialized content to others, as well as the ability to understand information and opinions containing specialized content presented by others and to cooperate and collaborate within a group—skills required to succeed as international engineers and scientists. As a general rule, the internship period ranges from 8 working days to 2 months and is conducted either overseas or domestically. The course curriculum is based on the specifications provided by the host company or academic institution. Students must attend a briefing on the internship details in advance before participating. Additionally, students must submit a report after the internship detailing what they learned and experienced. Furthermore, they must give a presentation at a debriefing session.

Goals and objectives

Be able to communicate through technical writing, oral presentations, discussions, and other means
Be able to communicate with people from other countries
Develop the ability to cooperate and collaborate within an international group
It helps students develop the ability to learn independently and consistently
To understand the impact and effects of technology on society and the natural environment, as well as the responsibilities that engineers and scientists have toward society, and to cultivate the ability to act in accordance with ethical principles as engineers and scientists who contribute to society

Relationship between 'Goals and Objectives' and 'Course Outcomes'

	Assignments	Final Presentation	Final Report	Total.
1.	10%	10%	10%	30%
2.	10%	10%	10%	30%
3.	10%	15%	15%	40%
Total.	30%	35%	35%	-

Evaluation method and criteria

Students will be evaluated based on their attitude toward the practicum (Teamwork, Active Communication, Effort)—worth a maximum of 30 points; their performance in the presentation session and measurement experiments—worth a maximum of 30 points; and the final report submitted after returning home—worth a maximum of 40 points. The total score for these items must be 60 points or higher to pass.

Language

English

Class schedule

	Class schedule	HW assignments (Including preparation and review of the class.)	Amount of Time Required
1.	Communicate in English within the team regarding the specialized knowledge covered in each course	Be prepared to explain your specialized knowledge in English.	300minutes
1.		Work on preparatory assignments, such as creating a slide for introducing oneself in English	1000minutes
2.	Each team will work together to conduct a needs assessment.	Prepare for the English conversation you’ll likely need for the project survey.	300minutes
3.	Further analyze and discuss the issues investigated.	Learn the English conversation skills needed for analysis and discussion.	300minutes
4.	Discuss within your group how to explain the assignment.	Research the specialized knowledge required to find a solution, and look up the English terms as well.	300minutes
5.	Identify the issues that need to be resolved within the group and prepare a presentation on how to address them	Research the specialized knowledge required to find a solution, and look up the English terms as well.	300minutes
6.	Each group will give a presentation on the results of their research into a specific issue and their proposed solutions to that issue.	Research the specialized knowledge required to find a solution, and look up the English terms as well.	300minutes
7.	Work on developing concrete ideas to solve problems (design work) or conduct experiments aimed at solving problems (life sciences experiments)	Research the systems to be used (such as 3D CAD). Alternatively, familiarize yourself with life science laboratory procedures.	300minutes
8.	Work on developing concrete ideas to solve problems (such as 3D modeling using a 3D printer) or conduct further experiments aimed at solving problems (life sciences experiments)	Research the equipment to be used (such as 3D printers). Alternatively, familiarize yourself with life science laboratory procedures.	300minutes
9.	Develop solutions by making improvements (using 3D CAD, 3D printers, etc.) or by utilizing measuring instruments to conduct experiments in the life sciences.	Research the details of the functions of the systems and measuring instruments to be used.	300minutes
10.	Provide theoretical justification for the proposed improvements. Alternatively, use measuring instruments to conduct further experiments in the field of life sciences.	Research methods for strength calculations and simulation-based analysis. Alternatively, analyze and discuss experimental data from the field of life sciences.	300minutes
11.	Conduct further analysis through strength calculations and operational analysis using simulations. Alternatively, use measuring instruments to conduct further experiments in the field of life sciences.	Research methods for strength calculations and simulation-based analysis. Alternatively, analyze experimental data and discuss your findings.	300minutes
12.	Prepare materials for final presentation	Review, analyze, and reflect on the entire situation.	300minutes
13.	Each team will review the content of their practical training and give a final presentation.	Review, analyze, and reflect on the entire process.	300minutes
14.	Write a report on the content of the practicum.	Review the entire process, analyze and reflect on it, and address any issues.	600minutes
Total.	-	-	5500minutes

Feedback on exams, assignments, etc.

ways of feedback	specific contents about "Other"
Feedback in the class

Textbooks and reference materials

We will provide materials as needed.
Review the knowledge you have gained from the lectures and practical training sessions for each course.
In addition, research the relevant information in English.

Prerequisites

Improve English proficiency so that students can communicate specialized knowledge in their field in English.

Office hours and How to contact professors for questions