Philosophy and Goals of Education and Research Purpose of Human Resource Development Electrical and electronic engineering, as well as mechanical engineering, are academic fields closely connected to real-life society. Our goal is to cultivate individuals who understand the natural sciences such as electromagnetism and various types of mechanics, which form the foundation of these disciplines, and who can contribute to the interdisciplinary areas of electrical, electronic, and mechanical engineering. We aim to develop professionals who acquire fundamental abilities and advanced expertise in electrical, electronic, mechanical, and related fields, possess a strong sense of ethics and creativity to generate new knowledge, and can thrive in areas such as mechatronics and robotics based on these engineering disciplines. Ideal Candidates for Development Individuals who understand the fundamentals of natural sciences such as electromagnetism and various types of mechanics, and possess broad knowledge and problem-solving skills in electrical, electronic, and mechanical engineering. Features of the Mechatronics Program Main Research Areas Electric Power System EngineeringHigh voltage and discharge plasma engineering support the electric power technology and contribute greatly to a low environmental load society. We conduct education and research on the generation of intense pulsed charged particle beams and high-density plasmas using pulsed power technology, the development of radiation sources, and their application to material processing field, contributing to the advances in electric power engineering and the development of the next generation of electrical engineers and researchers. Communication SystemIn order to realize the ultra-high-speed communication in fifth generation cellular systems, the development of high-performance antenna technology is essential.This picture shows the over-the-air (OTA) apparatus, which evaluates the communication performance of antenna mounted on the connected car by creating a realistic propagation environment in the laboratory. Mechanical Information and InstrumentationIn the Laboratory of Mechanical Information Measurement, we are developing micro-forceps mechanisms equipped with sensing functions that can acquire the mechanical properties of biological tissues through grasping or contact, particularly for use in delicate and precise operations such as microsurgery. Applied Mechano-informaticsWe analyze fluid motion that requires control in engineering applications, such as the mixing of hydrogen and oxygen in fuel cells and airflow around aircraft. Our main focus is on improving the lattice Boltzmann method to achieve higher accuracy and expand its applicability for high-speed computations. Electric Power System EngineeringHigh voltage and discharge plasma engineering support the electric power technology and contribute greatly to a low environmental load society. We conduct education and research on the generation of intense pulsed charged particle beams and high-density plasmas using pulsed power technology, the development of radiation sources, and their application to material processing field, contributing to the advances in electric power engineering and the development of the next generation of electrical engineers and researchers. Communication SystemIn order to realize the ultra-high-speed communication in fifth generation cellular systems, the development of high-performance antenna technology is essential.This picture shows the over-the-air (OTA) apparatus, which evaluates the communication performance of antenna mounted on the connected car by creating a realistic propagation environment in the laboratory. Mechanical Information and InstrumentationIn the Laboratory of Mechanical Information Measurement, we are developing micro-forceps mechanisms equipped with sensing functions that can acquire the mechanical properties of biological tissues through grasping or contact, particularly for use in delicate and precise operations such as microsurgery. Applied Mechano-informaticsWe analyze fluid motion that requires control in engineering applications, such as the mixing of hydrogen and oxygen in fuel cells and airflow around aircraft. Our main focus is on improving the lattice Boltzmann method to achieve higher accuracy and expand its applicability for high-speed computations. Educational Objectives, Educational Goals, and the Three Policies Diploma Policy Policy on Completion Certification and Degree Conferment The Graduate School of Science and Engineering aims to teach and research the academic theories and applications of science and engineering and related fields, to pursue their depths, and to cultivate profound academic knowledge, outstanding abilities, and a sense of ethics required for highly specialized professions, thereby contributing to the advancement of natural sciences and scientific technologies. Based on this educational objective, students who acquire fundamental abilities and advanced expertise in electrical, electronic, and mechanical engineering and related fields, develop a strong sense of ethics and creativity to generate new knowledge, and achieve the learning outcomes listed below will be awarded the degree of Master of Engineering. Learning Goals and Indicators Fundamental Abilities Learning Outcome: Possesses rich academic knowledge foundational to electrical, electronic, and mechanical engineering, English proficiency and logical thinking skills necessary for global engagement, and the ability to view various issues from a multifaceted perspective. Indicator: Demonstrates rich academic knowledge, English proficiency, logical thinking skills, and the ability to view various issues from multiple perspectives. Specialized Knowledge Learning Outcome: Acquires specialized knowledge and research capabilities in electrical, electronic, and mechanical engineering, as well as the expertise required for highly specialized professions. Indicator: Demonstrates advanced specialized knowledge, research capabilities, and practical skills required for highly specialized professions in these fields. Ethics Learning Outcome: Develops a normative awareness of research ethics necessary for professionals and researchers in electrical, electronic, and mechanical engineering. Indicator: Demonstrates a normative awareness of research ethics. Creativity Learning Outcome: Possesses the ability to create new knowledge in scientific fields such as electrical and mechanical engineering, generate further value from that knowledge, and propose new solutions to societal challenges. Indicator: Demonstrates the ability to create new scientific knowledge, generate additional value, and propose solutions to societal challenges. Curriculum Policy Policy on Curriculum Organization In the Mechatronics Program, a systematic curriculum is organized to help students acquire the four competencies outlined in the Diploma Policy. Policy on Curriculum Implementation Over the course of two years of study, the curriculum is designed to enable students to learn proactively and independently. In addition to required courses such as lectures, exercises, and special research, elective courses are offered and conducted through various methods including lectures, exercises, experiments, and practical training. Evaluation is based on objective grading criteria that assess the degree of achievement of learning outcomes for each competency. Learning Content, Methods, and Evaluation Fundamental Abilities Learning Content: To develop broad academic knowledge and a panoramic perspective, students study subjects outside their specialized fields. They also acquire English proficiency as a foundation for understanding and communicating international information. Learning Method: Students take university-wide common courses and graduate school common courses offered by the Graduate School of Science and Engineering. Evaluation Method: Evaluation is conducted through exams, reports, and presentations in each course. Specialized Knowledge Learning Content: Students acquire specialized knowledge, skills, and practical abilities necessary for research and professional practice in electrical, electronic, and mechanical engineering. Learning Method: Students take specialized program courses offered in the Mechatronics Program. Evaluation Method: Evaluation is conducted through exams, reports, and presentations in each course. Additionally, a master’s thesis review is conducted based on separately defined evaluation criteria. Ethics Learning Content: To develop a normative awareness of research ethics, students acquire knowledge related to information security and researcher ethics. Learning Method: Students take university-wide common courses that foster ethical awareness, offered by the Graduate School of Science and Engineering. Evaluation Method: Evaluation is conducted through exams, reports, and presentations in each course. Creativity Learning Content: Through engagement in specialized research, presentations, and discussions, students develop creativity and problem-solving skills. Learning Method: Students conduct special research and write a master’s thesis. Evaluation Method: Evaluation is conducted through a final examination and presentation. Admission Policy Policy on Acceptance of Applicants The Mechatronics Program seeks students who have a strong interest and foundational abilities in the fields of electrical, electronic, and mechanical engineering, and who aspire to become engineers or researchers capable of contributing to human welfare by leading technological innovation and advancing culture through their specialized knowledge and skills. Basic Policy on Applicant Selection (Types of Entrance Exams and Evaluation Methods) To provide multiple opportunities for examination and to evaluate a diverse range of students, the following types of entrance exams are offered: General Entrance Exam Evaluation is based on a comprehensive assessment of interviews (including oral academic tests) and application documents (academic records, external English test scores, etc.). Recommendation-Based Entrance Exam Evaluation is based on a comprehensive assessment of interviews (including oral academic tests) and application documents (letters of recommendation, academic records, external English test scores, etc.). Special Entrance Exam for Working Adults Evaluation is based on a comprehensive assessment of interviews (including oral academic tests) and application documents (academic records, etc.). Special Entrance Exam for International Students Evaluation is based on a comprehensive assessment of interviews (including oral academic tests) and application documents (academic records, etc.). Desired Qualities and Abilities Fundamental Abilities Possesses academic abilities equivalent to a university graduate and is motivated to acquire broad knowledge not only in science and engineering but also in related academic fields. Specialized Knowledge Has foundational academic abilities in electrical, electronic, and mechanical engineering, and is motivated to acquire rich specialized knowledge and advanced research capabilities to contribute as a highly skilled professional. Ethics Has a sense of responsibility and ethics as a member of society, and is committed to conducting research independently and contributing to the sound development of science and technology. Creativity Possesses a strong desire to tackle unknown and cutting-edge challenges in electrical, electronic, and mechanical engineering, along with a broad perspective and flexible thinking skills. Curriculum Model Curriculum Model Research Theme: Advanced Mechatronics Research Driving Local Industries Targeted Human Resource Profile: Highly skilled science and engineering professionals who can contribute to technological innovation in regional mechatronics-related industries Graduate School Common Courses Interdisciplinary Common Courses Program Specialized Courses Specialized Subjects Research Guidance Year 1 1T Research Ethics 1 Advanced Data Science 1 Introduction to Social Implementation of Natural Sciences (Earth, Life, and Environmental Sciences) 1 Special Exercises in Mechatronics I 2 Advanced System Control Engineering II 1 Advanced Robotics 1 Special Research in Mechatronics 10 2T Advanced Studies in Regional Symbiotic Society 1 Advanced Experimental Safety I 1 Introduction to Social Implementation of Natural Sciences (Materials) 1 Introduction to Social Implementation of Natural Sciences (Clean Energy) 1 Special Exercises in Mechatronics II 2 Advanced Energy Conversion Engineering II 1 3T Science, Technology, and Sustainable Society 1 Advanced Autonomous Systems Engineering 1 Advanced Control Devices 1 Advanced Sensing Engineering 1 4T Advanced Biomedical Measurement Engineering 1 Advanced System Control Engineering I 1 Year 2 1T 2T 3T 4T Credits Earned 4 4 12 10 22 Total Credits Earned: 30 Career Information Career Paths After Completion Based on electrical, electronic, and mechanical engineering, graduates can contribute widely as highly skilled engineers and researchers in fields such as electrical systems, communication control, electronic materials and devices, design and manufacturing, energy and environment, mechanical control information, mechanical element design, energy equipment, mechatronics, electronics, and robotics. Faculty Members Research Area Faculty Name Research Theme Link Electric Power System Engineering Professor Hiroaki Ito Based on high-voltage and plasma engineering, Professor Ito conducts education and research related to the development of pulsed power technologies, high-intensity pulsed charged particle beams, high-density pinch plasma, atmospheric pressure plasma, high-power microwave sources, laboratory astrophysics, and lightning observation for evaluating lightning characteristics. Researcher Profile (Pure) Electric Power System Engineering Assistant Professor Taichi Takezaki Researcher Profile (Pure) Advanced Power Systems Engineering Laboratory Professor Toshio Inoue Professor Inoue conducts research on methods for stable operation and control of power systems, as well as stability analysis and evaluation techniques, which are essential for achieving the transition to renewable energy as a main power source toward carbon neutrality. Researcher Profile (Pure) Energy Conversion Engineering Professor Takahisa Ohji This research focuses on academic fields such as electrical machinery engineering, magnetic engineering, mechanical dynamics, mechatronics, and control engineering. By understanding the interactions and energy transfer among electricity, magnetism, and motion, we aim to create innovative devices that utilize electromagnetic forces. Education and research are conducted on magnetic levitation and magnetic bearings that operate without contact, motors and actuators, wireless power transfer, and electromagnetic field analysis. Researcher Profile (Pure) Energy Conversion Engineering Associate Professor Kenji Amei We conduct education and research on power electronics technologies essential for high-efficiency power conversion, including power generation using renewable energy sources such as solar, wind, and small-scale hydro, conversion to desired power forms, localized heating using high-frequency induction heating, and wireless power transmission. Researcher Profile (Pure) Dynamic Systems and Robotics Professor Kenji Hirata We conduct education and research on the analysis and control theory of dynamic systems, including distributed control, hybrid systems, and networked systems. Our focus also includes control applications for complex nonlinear systems, particularly the implementation of optimal control and model predictive control. Researcher Profile (Pure) Dynamic Systems and Robotics Associate Professor Hideki Toda Centered on medical robotics, we develop human-friendly mechanical systems that integrate hardware, electrical circuits, and software (control). While our main focus is on medical rehabilitation robots, we also cover general robotics, including mobility control of quadrotor drones, SLAM-based mapping and mobile control, and the development of various image recognition techniques. Recently, we have also developed the Toyama-style ventilator and a posture-changing device for COVID-19 patients. Researcher Profile (Pure) Dynamic Systems and Robotics Associate Professor Junya Yamauchi Researcher Profile (Pure) Wave Communication Engineering Associate Professor Masafumi Fujii We conduct education and research on the fundamentals and applications of electromagnetic waves, including large-scale simulations using massively parallel supercomputers of electromagnetic phenomena ranging from the nanoscale to global scale, electromagnetic metamaterials, the effects of electromagnetic waves on the human body, and observation and analysis of radio wave propagation related to earthquakes. Researcher Profile (Pure) Communication Systems Engineering Associate Professor Tatsuo Nozokido We conduct education and research on imaging technologies using millimeter-wave and terahertz-band electromagnetic waves, aiming to visually represent complex or inherently invisible phenomena in an easily understandable way. Researcher Profile (Pure) Communication Systems Engineering Associate Professor Kazuhiro Honda We conduct education and research on environment-adaptive controlled antenna systems for mobile communication devices. We also focus on antenna performance evaluation using OTA (Over-The-Air) testing equipment that can simulate real propagation environments. Researcher Profile (Pure) Biomedical Systems Engineering Professor Kazuki Nakajima Based on measurement, control, information processing, and systems engineering, we conduct education and research on a wide range of biomedical systems, including the analysis and control of biological information transmission mechanisms and the development of welfare devices, from both hardware and software perspectives. Researcher Profile (Pure) Nanoelectronics Laboratory Professor Masayuki Mori We conduct education and research on thin-film growth of compound semiconductors and devices utilizing them. In particular, we focus on process technologies required for device fabrication and epitaxial growth of thin films and quantum structures. Researcher Profile (Pure) Electron Device Engineering Professor Hiroyuki Okada We conduct education and research on the fundamentals of science and engineering related to electronic devices such as organic materials’ electronic properties and photoelectric conversion, liquid crystal devices, organic EL devices, organic transistors, organic sensing devices, and organic solar cells, as well as their applications in quantum photonic computing. Additionally, we focus on the fabrication of ferroelectric crystals and thin films, crystal structure analysis, and research on structural phase transitions through dielectric measurements, along with education and research on the applications of ferroelectric materials. Researcher Profile (Pure) Electron Device Engineering Associate Professor Toshio Kikuta We conduct education and research on the fabrication of ferroelectric crystals and thin films, crystal structure analysis, and studies on structural phase transitions through dielectric measurements, as well as the applications of ferroelectric materials. Researcher Profile (Pure) Organic Optical Device Engineering Professor Shigeki Naka We conduct education and research on the evaluation of optical and electrical properties of organic electronic materials, as well as applications of organic optoelectronic devices such as organic EL devices, organic photodiodes, and organic solar cells, based on electro-optical conversion, photoelectric conversion, and optical control. Researcher Profile (Pure) Organic Thin-Film Electronics Associate Professor Masahiro Morimoto We conduct education and research on the fabrication of organic thin films using organic molecular materials, control of thin-film structures, and evaluation of their electronic properties. These studies support the development and application of electronic devices based on the functional properties of organic thin films. Researcher Profile (Pure) Solid Mechanics Professor Katsuyuki Kida We conduct education and research on mechanical structures placed under complex mechanical conditions and environments that require unique approaches to stress, displacement, and fracture. Through experiments, observations, and mathematical analysis, we quantitatively evaluate damage processes and investigate fracture mechanisms. Researcher Profile (Pure) Solid Mechanics Associate Professor Koshiro Mizobe Researcher Profile (Pure) Solid Mechanics Assistant Professor Soji Matsubayashi Researcher Profile (Pure) Reliability Engineering Professor Noriyasu Oguma We conduct education and research on fundamental theories that integrate micro- and macro-scale mechanisms of strength and fracture in structural and functional materials, including new materials. Our work also involves the development of strength design databases, environmental strength design methods, and reliability-based design methodologies. Researcher Profile (Pure) Reliability Engineering Associate Professor Kenichi Masuda We conduct education and research on strength evaluation of thin-walled structures, fatigue and crack propagation characteristics of various materials, development of design guidelines using 3D printers, and creation of teaching materials for CAD and CAE education. Researcher Profile (Pure) Advanced Materials and Forming Professor Tomomi Shiratori We conduct education and research on microstructural control of materials, analysis of plastic deformation phenomena, and optimal design and application of processing tools, all of which are essential for improving the properties of various structural and functional materials and advancing plastic forming processes. Researcher Profile (Pure) Advanced Materials and Forming Junior Associate Professor Noboru Takano We conduct education and research on the development of highly durable ultra-precision machining tools using micro- and nanoscale processing technologies, as well as on ultra-precision machining techniques and their application to the manufacturing of ultra-precision components. Researcher Profile (Pure) Advanced Materials and Forming Assistant Professor Tatsuya Funazuka Researcher Profile (Pure) Advanced Materials and Forming Specially Appointed Assistant Professor Sukunthakan Ngernbamrung Researcher Profile (Pure) Thermal Engineering Associate Professor Koichi Kasaba We conduct education and research in the fields of mechanics of materials, fracture mechanics, heat transfer engineering, and superconducting engineering, focusing on strength evaluation of cryogenic structural components and electromechanical property evaluation of superconducting materials. Researcher Profile (Pure) Thermal Engineering Assistant Professor Akio Kosaka Researcher Profile (Pure) Fluid Mechanics Professor Seiichiro Izawa Researcher Profile (Pure) Fluid Mechanics Junior Associate Professor Ttsushi Kase We conduct research on improving the performance of fluid machinery such as wind turbines, water turbines, and drones, as well as on fluid phenomena related to biological systems, including insect flapping flight, cellular flow, and the development of artificial organs. Researcher Profile (Pure) Fluid Mechanics Assistant Professor Mami Iwasaki Researcher Profile (Pure) Intelligent Machine Engineering Professor Yoshiyuki Matsumura We conduct education and research on the analysis of dynamic characteristics, system configuration, and the design of new mechanical system components necessary for the development of advanced mechatronic systems aimed at achieving high precision, high speed, and high responsiveness. Researcher Profile (Pure) Intelligent Machine Engineering Junior Associate Professor Masahiro Sekimoto Researcher Profile (Pure) Control Systems Engineering Professor Toshiyuki Yasuda We conduct education and research on the construction of sustainable swarm robotic systems. Our focus includes evolutionary and learning-based approaches for generating cooperative behaviors in autonomous decentralized robotic systems that adapt through interaction with the environment and others, as well as analysis of collective behaviors in swarm robots and their application to context-aware operational planning. Researcher Profile (Pure) Mechanical Information and Instrumentation Professor Tohru Sasaki We conduct education and research on the development of new measurement methods, construction of measurement systems, and sensor development, aiming to realize robot vision based on 3D image measurement and image recognition. Our focus includes acquiring large-scale environmental information through image-based position measurement and micro-force measurement for micro-handling. Researcher Profile (Pure) Mechanical Information and Instrumentation Associate Professor Kenji Terabayashi We conduct research and education in high-precision 3D image measurement using fluorescent sphere markers, spatiotemporal image analysis with fisheye cameras, dimensional and shape measurement of large structures using distance image sensors, generation of distance image data for machine learning, image recognition of red snow crabs for fisheries resource management, cancer cell recognition and prognosis prediction using fluorescence imaging, and CT data analysis for fracture treatment support. Researcher Profile (Pure) Applied Mechano-informatics Professor Takeshi Seta As a field of simulation science, we aim to elucidate and control various physical phenomena handled in mechanical engineering—such as molecular and atomic motion, multiphase flows, and turbulence—through education and research in numerical analysis and computational technologies. Researcher Profile (Pure) Applied Mechano-informatics Junior Associate Professor Tatiana-nicolaevna Zolotoukhina Researcher Profile (Pure) Applied Mechano-informatics Junior Associate Professor Daisuke Watanabe We conduct education and research in computational fluid dynamics to explore solutions to engineering challenges involving fluids—such as noise reduction, wall friction reduction, turbulence transition, flow stability, and mixing and diffusion of fluids and particles—using numerical simulations and theoretical analysis. Researcher Profile (Pure)
