Tohoku Gakuin University

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Graduate Schools Graduate School of Engineering

Philosophy/purpose, educational goals

Philosophy/purpose

Based on Christian principles and a broad liberal arts education, and recognizing that engineering is a field of applied science and technology directly related to human life and society, we promote engineering technologies that contribute to the development of local communities, from the perspective of harmony and coexistence between humans and nature, and we strive for creativity and ingenuity. Under this philosophy, we aim to cultivate engineers who will ensure a healthy and cultured life for the people and contribute to the welfare of humankind.

Educational goals

The education provided in Graduate School of Engineering aims to achieve the following:

  1. Possessing fundamental academic skills in a specialized field that enable them to adapt to societal changes and technological advancements.
  2. Possessing a strong sense of ethics, the ability to independently conceive and implement new challenges, and the capacity to demonstrate leadership in society and organizations.
  3. They possess self-reliance, love for their neighbors, and the ability to thrive internationally.

Master's (Doctoral) Program in Mechanical Engineering

Philosophy/purpose
Master's Program in Mechanical Engineering

The Master's program in Mechanical Engineering aims to cultivate trustworthy engineers who possess the skills and fundamental problem-solving abilities necessary for specialized professions, as well as the qualities and ethical values expected of a responsible member of society.

Doctoral Program in Mechanical Engineering (Postgraduate Course)

The doctoral program in Mechanical Engineering aims to cultivate internationally top-level engineers and researchers who possess the skills necessary for highly specialized professions, the ability to solve problems independently, and the capacity to flexibly adapt to the rapid advancements in science and technology.

Educational goals
Master's Program in Mechanical Engineering

The education provided in the Master's program of Mechanical Engineering aims to achieve the following:

  1. Possessing a broad range of fundamental knowledge related to mechanical engineering, the ability to utilize that knowledge to solve various problems, and the capacity to adapt to the latest technologies.
  2. Possessing broad academic knowledge in mechanical engineering-related fields, and capable of contributing to society with the ethical values necessary for an engineer.
  3. To improve research skills and communication/presentation skills necessary to become a professional in the field of mechanical engineering.
Doctoral Program in Mechanical Engineering (Postgraduate Course)

The education provided in the doctoral program in Mechanical Engineering aims to achieve the following:

  1. Possessing a broad range of advanced knowledge related to the field of mechanical engineering, and having the ability to utilize that knowledge to solve highly specialized problems, while also being able to flexibly adapt to the rapid advancements in science and technology.
  2. Possessing specialized academic knowledge in mechanical engineering-related fields, combined with a high level of ethical awareness as a top-level engineer, they are capable of making a significant contribution to society.
  3. To enhance independent research capabilities and international communication and presentation skills necessary to become a specialist engaged in advanced work in the field of mechanical engineering.
Features

The aim of this program is to cultivate trustworthy engineers who possess the skills necessary for specialized professions, basic problem-solving abilities, and the qualities and ethical values expected of a responsible member of society.

Our main research areas are thermal engineering, fluid engineering, mechanics of materials, mechanical materials science, machine dynamics, machine engineering, control engineering, and bioengineering. We have equipped ourselves with ultra-high-precision CNC three-dimensional measuring machines, high-speed confocal laser scanning microscopes, and near-infrared polarization spectrometers, and have achieved many results in the following research themes.

  • Research on the evaluation of impact material properties
  • Research on the dynamic behavior of machines and machine components
  • Research on grinding processes
  • Research on the development of robotics technology
  • Research on elucidating the mechanisms of biological tissues and cells and their engineering applications.
  • Research on the simulation of complex thermal fluid fields

Master's (Doctoral) Program in Electrical Engineering

Philosophy/purpose
Master's Program in Electrical Engineering

The Master's Program in Electrical Engineering aims to cultivate highly creative individuals who possess a deep understanding of how electrical engineering forms the foundation supporting the evolution of science, technology, and living environments in human society. Through research in their specialized fields, they will develop a strong sense of autonomy and practical skills, as well as an ethical perspective and social awareness based on the founding principles of the university, enabling them to respond to the demands of a rapidly changing society.

Doctoral Program in Electrical Engineering

The doctoral program in Electrical Engineering aims to cultivate highly creative researchers and engineers who can play a leading role in society, possessing a deep understanding that electrical engineering forms the foundation supporting the evolution of science, technology, and living environments in human society. This is achieved through specialized research, fostering a strong sense of autonomy and practical skills to meet the demands of a rapidly changing society. Furthermore, it aims to combine ethical values and social awareness based on the founding principles of the university with the ability to contribute to society's leadership.

Educational goals
Master's Program in Electrical Engineering

The education provided in the Master's program of the Department of Electrical Engineering aims to achieve the following:

  1. Through research and development conducted under the guidance of supervising faculty members, students will acquire research and development abilities that enable them to think and act independently and proactively, as well as a broad perspective on future technologies, fundamental knowledge, and insight.
  2. Students will acquire the common sense judgment, information gathering, and communication skills necessary for advancing research and development. They will also acquire advanced specialized knowledge in their respective fields, and actively seek out expertise in other fields to broaden their scope as engineers. Furthermore, they will analyze various issues in their major fields theoretically and empirically, and utilize the results to contribute to society.
  3. Leadership skills are fostered through the TA system and the guidance of junior researchers within the laboratory, while essential collaborative skills for working professionals are enhanced through laboratory activities and academic society activities. Students are encouraged to propose solutions to problems using their specialized knowledge and to publish their thinking processes and research results.
Doctoral Program in Electrical Engineering

The education provided in the doctoral program in electrical engineering aims to achieve the following:

  1. Through research and development conducted under the guidance of supervising faculty members, students will acquire research and development abilities that enable them to think and act independently and proactively, as well as a broad perspective on future technologies, fundamental knowledge, and insight.
  2. Students will acquire the common sense judgment, information gathering, and communication skills necessary for advancing research and development. They will also acquire advanced specialized knowledge in their respective fields, and actively seek out expertise in other fields to broaden their scope as engineers. Furthermore, they will analyze various issues in their major fields theoretically and empirically, and utilize the results to contribute to society.
  3. Through the TA system and mentoring junior researchers in the laboratory, leadership skills are cultivated, while laboratory activities and academic society activities enhance essential professional skills such as teamwork. Students will be able to utilize their specialized knowledge to propose solutions to problems, publish their thinking processes and research results, and demonstrate leadership.
Features

This program aims to cultivate highly creative individuals who possess a deep understanding of how electrical engineering forms the foundation supporting the evolution of science, technology, and living environments in human society. Through research in their specialized fields, they will develop a strong sense of autonomy and practical skills, along with a strong ethical foundation and social awareness based on the founding principles of the university, enabling them to respond to the demands of a rapidly changing society.

The main research areas are power and control, information and communication engineering, and electronics and materials engineering. The institute has established facilities such as semiconductor dry process systems, EMC analysis systems, high-voltage experimental facilities, and magnetic applied measurement systems, and has achieved many results in the following research themes.

  • Stable control of long-distance power transmission grids
  • High-voltage discharge phenomena such as lightning
  • Research on robotics, foundation shielding, magnetic applications, EMC, etc.
  • Research on electrical circuits and transmission lines
  • Statistical studies of neurotransmission and random signals
  • Development of semiconductor devices
  • Bioengineering and computers

Master's (Doctoral) Program in Electronic Engineering

Philosophy/purpose
Master's Program in Electronic Engineering

The Master's program in Electronic Engineering aims to cultivate engineers who possess the fundamental experimental techniques and specialized knowledge necessary for success in the rapidly evolving field of electronic engineering, along with the essential qualities and ethical values required of a working professional, enabling them to contribute to society.

Doctoral Program in Electronic Engineering (Late Stage)

The doctoral program in Electronic Engineering aims to cultivate internationally top-level engineers who can contribute to the world, while acquiring broader and more advanced experimental techniques and specialized knowledge in the field of electronic engineering.

Educational goals
Master's Program in Electronic Engineering

The education provided in the Master's program of the Department of Electronic Engineering aims to achieve the following:

  1. This program aims to equip students with the ethical values necessary for engineering professionals, the broad knowledge required to apply them in real-world situations, and cutting-edge knowledge in electronics engineering, particularly in the fields of materials and device engineering and electronic measurement.
  2. Through practical training in "Special Engineering Exercises" and "Master's Programs in Engineering" conducted in small groups, research execution abilities will be honed to improve research execution capabilities.
  3. Develop sufficient English communication skills and the ability to conduct literature research and give presentations in one's own field of expertise.
Doctoral Program in Electronic Engineering (Late Stage)

The education provided in the doctoral program of the Department of Electronic Engineering aims to achieve the following:

  1. As an engineering professional, students will acquire the necessary ethical values and broad knowledge to apply them in real-world situations, as well as cutting-edge knowledge of electronics in the fields of materials and device engineering and electronic measurement, and internationally applicable insights.
  2. Through the practical application of small-group "Doctoral Programs in Engineering," students will hone their research skills and acquire the research capabilities necessary to excel on the international stage.
  3. To enhance English communication skills for smooth communication at international conferences, and to improve literature research and presentation skills in one's own field of expertise.
Features

The aim of this program is to cultivate international engineers and researchers who possess advanced expertise in electronics, enabling them to respond to the rapid technological innovations in the field of electronics, and who will contribute to the happiness and welfare of humankind with broad humanity and a strong sense of ethics.

The main research areas are electronic measurement, electronic materials, and information and communication. Cutting-edge research utilizing electronics from a broad perspective is conducted, and many results have been achieved in the following research themes.

  • Structural control and magnetic properties of next-generation magnetic thin films using PVD
  • High-performance laser-crystallized poly-Si TFTs on glass by thinning the gate oxide film.
  • Research on unique phenomena of nanoparticles appearing in the nanoscale.
  • Elucidation of biological functions through measurement and analysis of biological information, and its application to biomedical engineering.
  • Applied research of spin electronic devices
  • Research on number theory problems through computer-aided numerical analysis
  • Applied research to information security engineering

Master's (Doctoral) Program in Civil and Environmental Engineering

Philosophy/purpose
Master's Program in Environmental and Civil Engineering

The Master's Program in Environmental and Civil Engineering aims to cultivate highly creative engineers who possess strong autonomy and practical skills, as well as the qualities and ethical values of a responsible member of society. This is achieved through learning and research in specialized fields, with the goal of creating social infrastructure that enriches people's lives while preserving the global and local environment, and to further develop the efforts to maintain and manage the social capital that has been accumulated to date.

Doctoral Program in Environmental and Civil Engineering

The doctoral program in Environmental and Civil Engineering aims to cultivate highly creative researchers and engineers who possess strong autonomy and practical skills, as well as the qualities and ethical values of a responsible member of society, enabling them to play a leading role in society. This is achieved through learning and research in their specialized fields, with the goal of creating social infrastructure that enriches people's lives while preserving the global and local environment, and to further develop the efforts to maintain and manage the social capital that has been accumulated to date.

Educational goals
Master's Program in Environmental and Civil Engineering

The education provided in the Master's program of the Department of Environmental and Civil Engineering aims to deepen academic knowledge from a broad perspective, acquire advanced specialized skills in the desired field of specialization, and achieve the following:

  1. Students will steadily acquire a broad range of fundamental specialized knowledge and skills related to environmental engineering and civil engineering, and further learn and understand cutting-edge knowledge in their respective fields.
  2. Through research on a particular problem, one independently gathers, evaluates, and analyzes information, explores and implements countermeasures, summarizes the results obtained, and proposes better solutions to the problem, thereby contributing to society.
  3. By publicly presenting research results, students acquire communication skills, presentation skills, and project management skills as engineers.
Doctoral Program in Environmental and Civil Engineering

The education provided in the doctoral program of Environmental and Civil Engineering aims to equip students with the research capabilities, advanced specialized knowledge, and knowledge of other fields of engineering necessary for researchers and educators in their field of specialization, as well as the knowledge required of members of society, and to achieve the following:

  1. Students will steadily acquire a broad range of fundamental specialized knowledge and skills related to environmental engineering and civil engineering, and further learn and acquire cutting-edge knowledge in their specialized fields, enabling them to engage in discussions within the international community.
  2. Through research on a particular issue, students can independently gather, evaluate, and analyze information, explore and implement countermeasures, summarize the results obtained, propose better methods and solutions for the issue, and contribute to the creation of a safe, secure, and sustainable society.
  3. By publicly presenting research results, engineers can acquire communication skills, presentation skills, project management skills, and demonstrate leadership abilities.
Features

This program aims to cultivate highly creative engineers who possess a strong sense of autonomy and practical ability, as well as the qualities and ethical values of a responsible member of society. This is achieved through learning and research in specialized fields, with the goal of creating social infrastructure that enriches people's lives while preserving the global and local environment, and to further develop the efforts to maintain and manage the social capital that has been accumulated to date.

Major research areas include structural mechanics and engineering, concrete engineering, geotechnical and disaster prevention engineering, environmental and hydraulic engineering, urban environment and architectural design, architectural planning, and architectural history. The research has yielded significant results in the following areas:

  • Production of off-flavor substances by cyanobacteria and international health
  • Development of wave and beach monitoring methods using image analysis
  • Breeding and application of environmental remediation organisms using molecular biological methods
  • Development of quantitative detection methods for environmental microorganisms using genetic engineering techniques
  • Development of a deterioration diagnosis method for concrete structures using X-ray angiography.
  • Relationship between the co-rotation phenomenon of cohesive soil and the properties of clay in the agitation and mixing treatment method.
  • Nonlinear numerical analysis of buckling strength and load-bearing capacity of civil engineering steel structures
  • Thermal stress analysis related to freeze-thaw damage deterioration of concrete structures
  • Modeling of 3D FEM analysis of seismic response of rubber bearings using hyperelastic parameters
  • Research on factors affecting the estimation of elastic wave velocity in concrete
  • Life cycle evaluation of zero-energy homes using solar power generation.