Department of Integrated Science and Engineering Environment and Biotechnology Course
Learn bioscience from the basics We solve diverse social needs
Department of Integrated Science and Engineering Environment and Biotechnology Course Close-up
Learn the principles and basic techniques through experiments Not only will you gain an understanding of the environment and life at a molecular level, but you will also acquire knowledge and skills related to the application of life science and biotechnology to the development of food and pharmaceutical products.
カリキュラム
Combining basic subjects that provide a foundation for understanding life science and biotechnology with related specialized subjects, we aim to develop talented individuals who can solve various social problems from a broad perspective related to the environment and life.
*Students must select "Utsunomiya Campus" for Timetable Affiliation, and enter the course classification.
Class Introduction
Introduction to Environmental Biotechnology In modern society, environmental technology and biotechnology are used in a variety of fields, including agriculture, medicine, and environmental conservation, supporting our lives. In this class, specialized instructors from each field will introduce specific examples of these technologies in an omnibus format, and will provide easy-to-understand explanations of the mechanisms and principles of their application. In addition, students will consider bioethics and the safety of technology, and develop the ability to view new technology from a broad perspective. Through these activities, students will aim to understand the significance of environmental technology and biotechnology, and be able to explain their social role in their own words.
Plant Biotechnology Recent developments in science and technology have enabled the elucidation of plant life phenomena at the molecular level. Plant biotechnology is a technology that utilizes this knowledge and applies it to a wide range of fields, including agriculture, medicine, and the environment. In this class, students will learn the basics and consider how it can contribute to solving food and energy issues. In addition, students will discuss the potential and challenges of the technology through group discussions, cultivating correct knowledge and application skills. Through these activities, students will deepen their understanding of plant biotechnology and acquire the ability to view its role in society from multiple perspectives.
Microbial and Pharmaceutical Chemistry Japan is blessed with an extremely favorable environment for the habitat of a wide variety of microorganisms. The discovery of penicillin was a turning point for the research and development of biologically active substances produced by microorganisms, which have brought great benefits to humanity through medicine, agriculture, and other fields. In this class, students will learn about the properties and pathogenicity of representative pathogenic bacteria, as well as human infectious diseases caused by pathogenic bacteria and their pathology, and will acquire basic knowledge related to the chemical structure and mechanism of action of antibiotics used in treatment.
Food Science In food science, students learn about functional ingredients in food and functional foods that use these ingredients, as well as food preservation, storage, safety, and hygiene issues. Furthermore, students will understand the process required for functional foods to be approved as foods for specified health uses or functional food that can display their functionality, and they will also learn about the sales strategies of companies that use the labeling, advertising, and promotion of foods for specified health uses.
Environmental Hygiene Experiment There are natural and artificial substances in the environment that can potentially affect health. In this class, you will learn how to detect and quantify residual organic matter, food additives, and metal leachates in food using spectrophotometers, atomic absorption spectrometers, various types of chromatography, and mass spectrometers, as well as how to detect bacteria and bacteriophages using selective media and agar media.
Animal Physiology Experiments In the animal physiology experiment, students will learn logical thinking in addition to specialized knowledge and experimental techniques through the following four experimental tasks.
Determining the genotype of genetically modified mice (molecular biology)
Observation of sea urchin and fruit fly development (cell biology, developmental biology)
Behavioral analysis of mouse pups (neuroethology)
In assignment 4, each group will find a problem, devise a solution (experimental plan), and carry out the experiment. The results will be presented to all students for discussion.
成績評価と単位認定
Grading Criteria
About our GPA System
The purpose of introducing the GPA (Grade Point Average) system is to 1. create a unified standard for the faculty, 2. create a standard with excellent fairness, and 3. create a standard that is internationally accepted, and to evaluate the results of learning with an objective numerical value called GPA. This system is roughly based on the grading system adopted by many universities overseas, and is an internationalized grading system that serves as an indicator of academic ability when studying abroad, advancing to Graduate School overseas, or finding employment at a foreign company.
Display of Grades and Assessment Criteria
Classification
Grading Criteria
GPA
Grading Criteria
Details of Assessment
Pass
S.
4.0
90 percent or higher
Represents particularly excellent grades.
A
3.0
80 percent
Represents excellent grades
B.
2.0
70 percent
Represents grades recognized as adequate.
C.
1.0
60 percent
Represents the minimum grade acceptable as a pass.
Fail
D.
0.0
59 points or less
Represents that students have not reached the minimum grades acceptable as a pass
absence
0.0
Missing the exam
Represents that students have not taken the exam for the class or have not submitted a report, etc.
Unqualified
0.0
Not eligible to take the exam
Represents that students are not eligible to take the exam due to insufficient attendance at the class or have abandoned the course.
GPA Calculation Method
*1 GPA will be rounded off to the third decimal place and expressed as a number with two decimal places.
*2 When a student retakes a failed course (fail, absent, or not qualified) and receives a pass grade, or when a student retakes a course and receives a fail grade (fail, absent, or not qualified), the grade before the retake is not included in the GPA. Qualification-related courses are excluded from the "total number of registered credits."
*3 It is desirable to have a GPA of 2.4 or higher (2.2 or higher for Department of Integrated Science and Engineering).
Credit Recognition
To earn credits
Credit system University classes are taught on a credit system. The number of credits is determined based on the number of study hours, and one credit is set at 45 hours of study (of which class time is generally 15 to 45 hours) taking into account the teaching method, educational effect of the class, and necessary study outside of class time. For specific details, please refer to the number of credits listed in the "Course Table."
Earning credits Credits can be earned by registering for classes at the beginning of each semester, attending classes, completing the necessary preparatory studies, and passing exams. University credits are based on the number of class hours. As a general rule, students must attend more than two-thirds of the class hours in order to be eligible to take exams. Please make attending classes your number one priority.
Number of credits required for graduation
To graduate, students must be enrolled for at least four years and earn at least 124 credits. The breakdown of the minimum number of credits required to graduate varies depending on the department, course, and year of enrollment.
Environment and Biotechnology Course In today's rapidly changing society, social issues tend to become more diverse and complex. Responding to these issues requires more than just knowledge from a single or limited field of expertise; it requires multifaceted thinking that combines the humanities and sciences. For this reason, liberal arts education courses are divided into four fields: humanities, social science, natural science, and a field that combines the humanities and sciences. Please study each field in accordance with the graduation requirements to acquire a multifaceted perspective.
Subject classification
Number of units
Remarks
General Education Courses
Liberal Arts Subjects
Humanities-related fields
2 or more
8 or more
Acquired 22 or more ※1
Social Sciences
Natural Sciences
2 or more
Interdisciplinary fields
－
First-year education subjects
2 or above (required)
Career-related courses
4 or above (required)
Information Education Subjects
2 or above (required)
Foreign Language Education
4 (Required)
Specialized courses
Compulsory
34
Total 90 or more
Optional compulsory
4※2、14※2、4※2
Elective
34
Free Choice
12
General education subjects and specialized subjects Excess and Courses taken in other departments
total
124
* Specialized subjects in other courses will be counted as specialized subjects minus elective subjects.
*1 Obtain 10 or more credits from five subject categories
*2Please refer to the course list for each course for details.
研究室
Students are studying a variety of research topics under the guidance of experienced faculty members.
