2025 (Current Year) Faculty Courses School of Computing Undergraduate major in Mathematical and Computing Science
Advanced independent research project(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.Z399
- Number of credits
- 006
- Course offered
- 2025
- Offered quarter
- 3-4Q
- Syllabus updated
- Mar 19, 2025
- Language
- Japanese
Syllabus
Course overview and goals
After completing the Independent research project (MCS.Z388), the aim is to deepen research and broaden the scope of learning through one of the following approaches; a) further advancing the Independent research project, b) conducting new research in a laboratory different from the one where the Independent research project was carried out, or c) engaging in off-campus learning experiences that contribute to research, such as study abroad, internships, or fieldwork.
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, 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. For (b) conducting research in a different laboratory and (c) studying abroad etc., as mentioned in 'Course description and aims' above, students must obtain approval from their academic supervisor and the chair of the Department.
Course schedule/Objectives
| Course schedule | Objectives | |
|---|---|---|
| Class 1 | ・Determination of 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.Z388 ： Independent research project(MCS)
Prerequisites
Fulfillment of the requirements for enrolling in the Advanced independent research project (Mathematical and Computing Science)