Key Features of the Department of System Design Engineering

System design engineering integrates elemental technologies that have developed independently, focusing on systems that achieve a higher level of harmony between technologies, between technology and humans, and between technology and society, along with their design. Specifically, we conduct research on control technologies and system design for hardware systems and infrastructure across various fields such as space, energy, environment, architecture, information, robotics, and bioengineering.

In the field of engineering, the ability to synthesize foundational knowledge in mechanics, energy, control, and information to tackle a variety of challenges head-on is essential. As such, the Department of System Design Engineering aims to cultivate professionals capable of developing hardware and software that can adapt to integrated environments encompassing complex engineering systems, such as those related to the environment, space, cities, and life.

As required subjects, students will study the fundamentals of system design alongside experiments and exercises, the mathematical knowledge necessary to understand these concepts, and an “Introduction to System Design Engineering” course that provides direct experience with cutting-edge technology environments. Additionally, through practical courses focused on hands-on creation, such as “Design Literacy Seminar” to hone design expression skills, and manufacturing-oriented courses like “System Design Engineering Seminar,” students can develop their creativity from both knowledge and technical perspectives.

Required subjects other than experiments and exercises include four courses forming the foundation of system design: “Thermal Fluid Systems I,” “Mechanical Modeling,” “Circuits and Systems I,” and “Electromagnetic Engineering.” Additionally, “Engineering Mathematics” provides the mathematical knowledge necessary to understand these subjects, and “Introduction to System Design Engineering” offers direct exposure to cutting-edge technology environments. These six courses comprise the core curriculum.

Furthermore, 10 courses have been designated as recommended subjects for the foundational major field courses.

Other foundational major field courses and department-specific courses are offered as part of a wide range of electives, allowing students to study according to their interests.

There is also a rich variety of practical courses focused on creative manufacturing, such as “Design Literacy Seminar” to hone design expression skills, “Programming Seminar” to master computer usage, “System Design Engineering Experiments I and II” to acquire practical skills for system design and the foundation for creative activities through experimental themes in mechanics, control, electrical, and information systems, and “System Design Engineering Seminar” to cultivate all-round capabilities. These aim to cultivate new creative abilities through both knowledge and technical skill.