2025 (Current Year) Faculty Courses School of Computing Undergraduate major in Mathematical and Computing Science
Independent research project S(MCS)
- Academic unit or major
- Undergraduate major in Mathematical and Computing Science
- Instructor(s)
- Teaching Staffs
- Class Format
- Experiment
- Media-enhanced courses
- -
- Day of week/Period
(Classrooms) - Class
- -
- Course Code
- MCS.Z380
- Number of credits
- 008
- Course offered
- 2025
- Offered quarter
- 3-4Q
- Syllabus updated
- Mar 19, 2025
- Language
- Japanese
Syllabus
Course overview and goals
Conduct research on a specific topic. Deepen the understanding of issues related to the research topic through literature review and related investigations, clarify problems through research activities and discussions, and seek solutions. Throughout this research process, develop problem-solving skills by applying specialized knowledge and fundamental knowledge acquired from various subjects studied so far. Finally, compile the obtained results into a research report and present and discuss the findings.
Course description and aims
The following abilities are set as the learning objectives:
1) The ability to apply specialized knowledge in the field of Mathematical and Computing Science to solve problems.
2) The ability to understand the social context of unresolved issues in the field of Mathematical and Computing Science, assess the potential impact of problem-solving on society, and work towards solutions.
The ability to develop logical explanations, engage in discussions, and compile findings into written documents.
Keywords
Research topics, literature surveys, problem-solving, logical explanations, and research presentations
Competencies
- Specialist skills
- Intercultural skills
- Communication skills
- Critical thinking skills
- Practical and/or problem-solving skills
Class flow
Guided by the supervisor
Course schedule/Objectives
| Course schedule | Objectives | |
|---|---|---|
| Class 1 | ・Discussion on the research direction ・Determination of the research topic ・Literature review on the research topic ・Conducting research ・Compilation of research results ・Writing a research report ・Research presentation | Follow the guidance of the academic supervisor |
Study advice (preparation and review)
Textbook(s)
Not specified
Reference books, course materials, etc.
Not specified
Evaluation methods and criteria
Evaluate the research thesis and presentation on a specific research topic.
Related courses
- MCS.Z381 ： Research opportunity in Laboratories (MCS)
Prerequisites
Certification as an early graduation candidate