
Subject | Engineering
Oceans and maritime affairs that support the lives, safety and security of people around the world
- Oceans and maritime affairs
- Ships and Shipping
- Marine governance and Economic security
- Oceans and Maritime Digital transformation (DX)
- Oceans and Maritime Green transformation (GX)
The following content is provided in order to develop global human resources who will be active in the oceans and maritime fields in Asia (particularly ASEAN countries) and around the world.
- Focusing on shipbuilding and shipping, marine science and technology, marine observation, and the maintenance, management, and conservation of the marine environment as major fields related to the oceans and maritime fields, we provide opportunities to "get to know, observe, and learn" about actual work and the forefront of manufacturing.
- In addition, using Japan as an example, a maritime nation surrounded by sea on all sides, we provide opportunities to "get to know, observe, and learn" about the importance of logistics economy, international trade, and international business, as well as the role, importance, and nature of work related to international cooperation and collaboration based on maritime laws, marine policies, and the international order.
- In order to provide content aimed at providing career guidance and role models in the oceans and maritime fields, interviews and on-site filming will be conducted mainly at the workplaces of Hiroshima University alumni who are active in major organizations in the industrial, government, academic and financial sectors, such as educational and research institutions related to the oceans and maritime fields, national research institutes, marine and maritime companies (shipbuilding, heavy industry, shipping, consulting, communications, etc.), government agencies (Maritime Bureau, Maintenance Bureau), and others (insurance etc.), to introduce the actual work in the oceans and maritime fields.
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The Cutting Edge of the marine and maritime field
- Utilization of Digital Data
- Safe Navigation
- Autonomus Ship
- Simulation
In this lecture, we will introduce the following three research and development initiatives in the field of marine transport carried out by MTI Co., Ltd.under the title ‘The Cutting Edge of the Ocean and Maritime Field’.
-Utilization of Digital Data in Ship Operations
-Simulation Technology Supporting Safe Navigation and Ship Automation
-Development and Demonstration of Autonomus ShipVideos
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Utilization of Digital Data in Ship Operations
In this part, students learn about “Utilization of Digital Data in Ship Operations”.
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Simulation Technology Supporting Safe Navigation and Ship Automation
In this part, students learn about “Simulation Technology Supporting Safe Navigation and Ship Automation”.
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Development and Demonstration of Autonomous Ship
In this part, students learn about “Development and Demonstration of Autonomous Ship”.
Lecturers
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Hiroaki Torii
Researcher, MTI Co., Ltd.
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Ryo Kakuta
Team Leader, MTI Co., Ltd.
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Autonomous Ship Team
MTI Co., Ltd.
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International Shipping that Supports the Lives and People around the World
- Land Based Jobs
- Maritime Jobs
- Shipping Industry
- Challenges facing Maritime Transport
This session aims to deepen your understanding of the shipping industry, and will cover the following three topics.
– About the shipping industry
– Land Based jobs
– Maritime JobsVideos
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About the Shipping Industry
In this part, students learn “About the Shipping Industry”.
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Land Based Jobs
In this part, students learn about “Land Based Jobs”.
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Maritime Jobs
In this part, students learn about “Maritime Jobs”.
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Hiroshi Fujimura
Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha, Ltd. (“K” LINE)
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Risako Suzuki
Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha, Ltd. (“K” LINE)
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Coastal Shipping that Supports the Lives and Its Future
- Coastal vessel
- Logistics
- Research and Development (R&D)
- Introduction of new technologies
Overview of coastal shipping and coastal vessels is firstly given. Then, the works of evahline inc. located in Kure City is explained, introducing the features of the Potato Maru which is a unique ship owned by the company. Finally, the challenges of NAIKEN R&D (for the Future of coastal shipping) is presented. They are aimed at solving the issues facing the coastal shipping industry.
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Introduction of Coastal Shipping and evahline inc.
In this part, students learn about “Introduction of Coastal Shipping and evahline inc.”.
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Scene of coastal Shipping: ex. POTETO MARU
In this part, students learn about “Scene of coastal shipping: ex. POTETO MARU”.
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Initiatives for the future of coastal shipping
In this part, students learn about “Initiatives for the future of coastal shipping”.
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Kazuhiro Watanabe
Director, evahline inc.
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Keita Watanabe
Executive Director, NAIKEN R&D (for the Future of coastal shipping)
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Ship Design and Construction
- Role of ship
- ship Design
- Ship Construction
- Future of ship
In this lecture, after discussing the types and roles of ships, the process of ship design and ship construction are discussed. Moreover, we will also discuss how ships will change in the future.
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Overview of ship
In this part, students learn about “Overview of ship”.
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Ship Design
In this part, students learn about “Ship Design”.
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Ship Construction
In this part, students learn about “Ship Construction”.
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Japan Marine United Corporation
Japan Marine United Corporation
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Ship Design and Building ~Creation of Multifaceted Value~
- Global deployment of the shipbuilding business
- Long-selling ships
- Life-time Value of Vessels
- Technologies to improve ship performance
This lecture will introduce the multifaceted value created by the shipbuilding business, including the history of the development of long-selling ships, global development of the shipbuilding business, and maintenance and support that improves the lifetime value of ships.
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Development of Our Long-Selling “KAMSARMAX” Bulk Carrier
In this part, students learn about “Development of Our Long-Selling “KAMSARMAX” Bulk Carrier”.
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Shipbuilding Business Supporting Global Logistics
In this part, students learn about “Shipbuilding Business Supporting Global Logistics”.
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Maintaining and Improving the Lifetime Value of Vessels
In this part, students learn about “Maintaining and Improving the Lifetime Value of Vessels”.
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TSUNEISHI SHIPBUILDING Co., Ltd.
TSUNEISHI SHIPBUILDING Co., Ltd.
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Ship Design Flow from the Design Stage ~ Kyokuyo Shipbuilding’s Technical Capabilities ~
- Basic design
- Hull design
- Machine design
- Launch
This lecture will explain the entire process of ship design and construction, from upstream design → detailed design → construction start → launch, and will also feature interviews with each designer to talk about the fun and appeal of manufacturing, its rewards, contributions to society, and future prospects. Here, one of Japan’s leading shipbuilding companies will provide an easy-to-understand introduction to ships currently under construction and their features (unique characteristics), using actual photos and video footage.
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Design flow of Ship in perspective of fundamental design
In this part, students learn about “Design flow of Ship in perspective of fundamental design”.
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How to progress ship design in detail design team
In this part, students learn about “How to progress ship design in detail design team”.
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Diversity of vessel and how to build them
In this part, students learn about “Diversity of vessel and how to build them”.
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Sou Ishibashi
KYOKUYO SHIPYARD CORPORATION
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Realized New Fuel ship
- Hydrogen fuel
- Special service ship
- Aluminium materials
- Bunkering
In this lecture, the characteristics and challenges in the development of a new fuel ship using next generation fuel – hydrogen – and the technologies that have solved these challenges will be introduced, together with an overview of shipyards featuring special ship construction that have realized the new fuel ship.
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Ships using new fuel
In this part, students learn about “Ships using new fuel”.
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Characteristics of the Hydrogen-powered ship
In this part, students learn about “Characteristics of the Hydrogen-powered ship”.
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Challenges in the development of hydrogen-powered vessels and technologies used to resolve them
In this part, students learn about “Challenges in the development of hydrogen-powered vessels and technologies used to resolve them”.
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Kana Murakami
TSUNEISHI FACILITIES&CRAFT CO.,LTD.
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Machinery required on ships ~Pumps, steam turbines and their latest technologies~
- Steam turbine
- LNG, Liquefied Hydrogen
- Integrated manufacturing
- Remote monitoring system
This lecture will explain/introduce followings:
* The type and role of marine pumps and steam turbines
used to operate ships and cargo handling..
* Company SHINKO IND.LTD.
* The history of SHINKO’s product development..
* The development, design, manufacturing process, and maintenance service of SHINKO products..
* The new technology development for
– The pumps for LNG, LH2, ammonia, and liquid CO2.
for environmental measures.
– The remote monitoring system.Videos
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Introduction of pumps, steam turbines, and about SHINKO IND.LTD.
In this part, students learn about “Introduction of pumps, steam turbines, and about SHINKO IND.LTD.”.
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Development, design, integrated manufacturing, and after-sales service of SHINKO’s pumps and steam turbines.
In this part, students learn about “Development, design, integrated manufacturing, and after-sales service of SHINKO’s pumps and steam turbines.”.
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New technology development for the pump to cope with next-generation energy, the remote monitoring system for steam turbine generator.
In this part, students learn about “New technology development for the pump to cope with next-generation energy, the remote monitoring system for steam turbine generator.”.
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Ryo Shigesada
Shinko Ind. Ltd.
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Kohei Nitta
Shinko Ind. Ltd.
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Tatsuya Kambara
Shinko Ind. Ltd.
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Navigation Equipment
- Rader
- GPS, GNSS
- Fully autonomous ship
- Route information
The various measuring devices used to measure a ship’s current position, direction to its destination, speed, water depth, and other information to ensure safe navigation were introduced.
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About navigational equipments
In this part, students learn about “navigational equipments”.
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Basic knowledge of navigational equipments
In this part, students learn about “Basic knowledge of navigational equipments”.
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Future navigational equipments
In this part, students learn about “Future navigational equipments”.
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Furuno Electric Co., Ltd.
Furuno Electric Co., Ltd.
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Types of Navigational Instruments and Their Applications
- Autopilot
- Electronic charts
- Marine Radar
- Acoustic depth sounder
Navigation equipment is necessary to navigate and steer a ship. This article introduces the navigational and measuring equipment involved in ship navigation. It focuses on the essentials of navigation, such as gyrocompasses, autopilots, electronic charts, marine radar, and echo sounders, and includes examples of their use on actual navigation decks.
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The environment surrounding navigation instruments
In this part, students learn about “The environment surrounding navigation instruments”.
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Types and Overview of Navigation Instruments No.1
In this lecture, students learn about “Types and Overview of Navigation Instruments” through two parts. This is the first part in that series.
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Types and Overview of Navigation Instruments No.2
In this lecture, students learn about “Types and Overview of Navigation Instruments” through two parts. This is the second part in that series.
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Keiji Yamaji
President and CEO, Toyokuni Co., Ltd.
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Cutting-Edge Developments in the Maritime and Marine Field 1
- Securing Safe Marine Transportation
- Preserving the Marine Environment
- Ocean Development
- Developing Fundamental Technologies for Marine Transportation
This lecture will introduce the National Institute of Maritime, Port and Aviation Technology, its maritime part National Maritime Research Institute (NMRI) conducting cutting-edge research on maritime fields, and the main experimental facilities and business activities of NMRI.
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Introduction to the National Institute of Maritime, Port and Aviation Technology
In this part, students learn about “Introduction to the National Institute of Maritime, Port and Aviation Technology”.
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Introduction to the National Maritime Research Institute and Priority Research Areas
In this part, students learn about “Introduction to the National Maritime Research Institute and Priority Research Areas”.
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Project Team, Social Contribution of the National Maritime Research Institute
In this part, students learn about “Project Team, Social Contribution of the National Maritime Research Institute”.
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National Institute of Maritime, Port, and Aviation Technology, National Maritime Research Institute
National Institute of Maritime, Port, and Aviation Technology, National Maritime Research Institute
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Cutting-Edge Developments in the Maritime and Marine Field 2
- Airport facilities
- Tidal wave simulation testing
- Soil liquefaction simulation test
- Ground Strength Test
The Port and Airport Research Institute, which conducts cutting-edge research on ports and airports, is introduced, and its main experimental facilities, and its external activities.
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Overview
In this part, students learn about “Overview of The Port and Airport Research Institute”.
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Experimental Facilities
In this part, students learn about “Experimental Facilities”.
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External Initiatives
In this part, students learn about “External Initiatives”.
Lecturers
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Port and Airport Research Institute
Port and Airport Research Institute
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The World of Port and Harbor Transportation
- Marine transportation
- Cargo handling
- Hiroshima Port International Container terminal
- Kure Port
After explaining the details of port and harbor transportation, the roll of the Chugoku Regional Harbor Transportation Association is introduced. Then, the handling of containers at Hiroshima Port International Container terminal is presented by videos. Finally, the handling of steels, logs and wood chips at Kure Port is introduced with interviews of the employees working there.
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(a) Marine transportation and port and harbor transportation
(b) International container shippingIn this part, students learn about “Marine transportation and port and harbor transportation, and International container shipping”.
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Cargo handling at Hiroshima Port International Container Terminal
In this part, students learn about “Cargo handling at Hiroshima Port International Container Terminal”.
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Cargo handling at Kure Port
In this part, students learn about “Cargo handling at Kure Port”.
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The Chugoku Regional Harbor Transportation Association
The Chugoku Regional Harbor Transportation Association
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Maritime Policy of Chugoku District Transport Bureau and Current Status of GHG Reduction Measures
- maritime technical administration
- International and domestic shipping
- Carbon neutral
- GHG reduction measure
Within the ocean and maritime-related administration, maritime technical administration is responsible for ensuring the maritime safety and advancement of maritime transport, promoting the development and use of the ocean, ensuring the sustainable development of the maritime industry, and protecting the marine environment. In this lecture, we will explain the role of maritime technical administration, and then explain the current situation regarding measures to reduce GHG emissions in the shipbuilding and maritime industries, including international trends in measures to reduce GHG emissions from international shipping and initiatives aimed at transforming the shipbuilding and maritime industries.
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Maritime Policy of Chugoku District Transport Bureau(Japan’s Shipping and Shipbuilding Industry and its Technical Challenges in the World)
In this part, students learn about “Maritime Policy of Chugoku District Transport Bureau(Japan’s Shipping and Shipbuilding Industry and its Technical Challenges in the World)”.
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Current Status of GHG Reduction Measures in shipbuilding and maritime industries 1 (international efforts toward the reduction of GHG emissions from international shipping)
In this part, students learn about “Current Status of GHG Reduction Measures in shipbuilding and maritime industries 1 (international efforts toward the reduction of GHG emissions from international shipping)”.
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Current Status of GHG Reduction Measures in shipbuilding and maritime industries 2 (initiatives for transformation of the maritime industry)
In this part, students learn about “Current Status of GHG Reduction Measures in shipbuilding and maritime industries 2 (initiatives for transformation of the maritime industry)”.
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Chugoku District Transport Bureau, Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism
Chugoku District Transport Bureau, Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism
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Work Supporting the Port (initiatives of Chugoku Regional Development Bureau, Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism)
- Port development
- Quay wall and Breakwater construction
- Blue Carbon
- Carbon neutral port
The Chugoku Regional Development Bureau is responsible for protecting the lives and livelihoods of the people through the development and management of social infrastructure, including national land conservation and disaster prevention facilities such as rivers, dams and erosion control, as well as transport infrastructure such as roads, ports and airports. In this corse we learn the role of the Chugoku Regional Development Bureau in port development projects and marine environment improvement works. We will also learn the formation of carbon neutral ports, which are initiatives for decarbonisation in port administration.
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Introduction of Main Initiatives by the Port and Airport Department of the Chugoku Regional Development Bureau, Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism ①
In this lecture, students learn about Introduction of Main Initiatives by the Port and Airport Department of the Chugoku Regional Development Bureau, Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism” through two parts. This is the first part in that series.
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Introduction of Main Initiatives by the Port and Airport Department of the Chugoku Regional Development Bureau, Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism ②
In this lecture, students learn about “Introduction of Main Initiatives by the Port and Airport Department of the Chugoku Regional Development Bureau, Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism” through two parts. This is the second part in that series.
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Efforts Toward the Formation of a Carbon Neutral Port
In this part, students learn about “Efforts Toward the Formation of a Carbon Neutral Port”.
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Chugoku Regional Development Bureau, Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism
Chugoku Regional Development Bureau, Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism
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Carbon neutral port CNP (port decarbonization) and logistics DX
- Comprehensive Development Plan
- Specific Development Plan (Port div.)
- Main Business
- Carbon Neutral Ports
After introducing the work of civil engineers in Hiroshima Prefecture, I will explain the comprehensive plan and development plans for ports. Furthermore, we will discuss various situations surrounding the ports of Hiroshima Prefecture, and provide an overview of major projects for FY2020. Finally, we will explain Hiroshima Prefecture’s efforts regarding carbon neutral ports and port logistics.
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Business (Port div.) in Hiroshima Prefecture
In this part, students learn about “Business (Port div.) in Hiroshima Prefecture”.
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Trends in Ports in Hiroshima Prefecture
In this part, students learn about “Trends in Ports in Hiroshima Prefecture”.
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Carbon Neutral Ports & Port Logistics
In this part, students learn about “Carbon Neutral Ports & Port Logistics”.
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Hironori Mine
Chief, Hiroshima Pref. Civil Engineering and Architecture Bureau
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About the History of Marine Works and Latest Technology
- General contractor (General construction contract business)
- Port construction
- Pile-type pier
- Precast construction method
After explaining the outline of general contractors and the trends in the construction industry, PENTA-OCEAN CONSTRUCTION CO., LTD. is introduced while showing the video. Next, we will explain the construction flow of port construction and the work vessels involved in mooring facilities, which are one of the port facilities, using a straight pile pier as an example. Finally, we will introduce a new project that PENTA-OCEAN CONSTRUCTION CO., LTD. has achieved : ”Rapid construction of a pier using large precast concrete members using RC(reinforced-concrete) hollow structures for the first time in Japan.”
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The Construction Industry
In this part, students learn about “The Construction Industry”.
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Port and Harbor Works
In this part, students learn about “Port and Harbor Works”.
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Cutting-Edge Precast Pier
In this part, students learn about “Cutting-Edge Precast Pier”.
Lecturers
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PENTA-OCEAN CONSTRUCTION CO., LTD.
PENTA-OCEAN CONSTRUCTION CO., LTD.
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Role of construction engineering consultant in ocean, maritime, and port fields
- Fukken
- Port planning
- Tsunamis and storm surges simulation
- coastal environment
Construction engineering consultants play an important role in the surveying, construction planning, and designing of civil infrastructures, such as urban planning, roads, rivers, parks, dams, ports, railways, water and sewerage. In this course, we learn the role and initiatives of construction engineering consultants, with topics such as port planning, designs of port facilities, disaster prevention in coastal areas, and conservation of coastal environment.
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Overview of Port Consulting Services
In this part, students learn about “Overview of Port Consulting Services”.
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Prediction Methods for Tsunamis and Storm Surges and the Design of Coastal Structures
In this part, students learn about “Prediction Methods for Tsunamis and Storm Surges and the Design of Coastal Structures”.
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Environment of Coastal Areas and Marine Information
In this part, students learn about “Environment of Coastal Areas and Marine Information”.
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FUKKEN CO., LTD.
FUKKEN CO., LTD.
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Ensuring the Safety of the Seas
- Salvage
- Property salvage
- Wreck removal
- Environmental salvage
This lecture consist of the following sections: “1. Maritime rescue and salvage,” “2. Property salvage,” and “3. Wreck removal and environmental salvage.” Specifically, section 1 explains “The difference between salvage performed by salvage companies and salvage performed by the Japan Coast Guard,” section 2 explains “The actual practice of property salvage performed by salvage companies in response to requests voluntarily submitted by a large number of members of the public,” and section 3 explain s”The actual practice of wreck removal and environmental salvage, and salvage techniques.”
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Marine rescue and salvage
In this part, students learn about “Marine rescue and salvage”.
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Property Salvage
In this part, students learn about “Property Salvage”.
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Wreck removal and environmental salvage
In this part, students learn about “Wreck removal and environmental salvage”.
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Hiroaki Hattori
FUKADA SALVAGE & MARINE WORKS CO.,LTD.
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Walking with the ocean ~Yamaha’s vision of the ocean~
- Marine Life
- Marine leisure
- boat
- Propulsion and maneuvering technology
Marine recreation (marine life) brings us joy and enrichment. Here, we will introduce the traditions of manufacturing, cutting-edge technology, spirit of challenge, and vision of a bright and fun future related to the marine industry through the examples of Japanese companies that operate marine businesses worldwide.
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Challenging spirit for marine
In this part, students learn about “Challenging spirit for marine”.
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Commitment to the shape and form of marine technology
In this part, students learn about “Commitment to the shape and form of marine technology”.
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Toward a bright future for the Marines
In this part, students learn about “Toward a bright future for the Marines”.
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Tatsuya Yoshida
Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
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The Current State and Future Prospects of Marine Recreation
- Company Profile
- Main Sea Route
- Major Crafts
- Seto Inland Sea
After explaining Seto Inland Sea Kisen’s company introduction, history, and routes, we will explain the trends in users and its representative ships. We will introduce Sea Paseo and Sea Spica as representative vessels. Finally, we will explain the issues facing the islands of the Seto Inland Sea and the role of ships in times of disaster.
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Company Introduction
In this part, students learn about “SETONAIKAIKISEN INC.”.
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Major Crafts
In this part, students learn about “Major Crafts”.
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Current Situation and Challenges of the Seto Inlant Sea Islands
In this part, students learn about “Current Situation and Challenges of the Seto Inlant Sea Islands”.
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Norikazu Kawabuchi
Executive Director, SETONAIKAIKISEN INC.
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Shunji Okada
Executive Director, Setouchi Sea Line Co., Ltd.
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Recent Technology and Future of Underwater Drones
- Remote Control
- Autopilot/Autonomous Navigation
- Hovering
- Marine Environment Survey
Industrial drones have become an important technology that supports our lives and lifestyles. In recent years, underwater drone technology has developed significantly, and their use is expanding rapidly. This article will introduce what underwater drones are, their basic performance, use cases, and future prospects. In this lecture, we will hear from Japan’s leading underwater robotics and DX companies about the actual cutting edge of the technology.
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What is an underwater drone?
In this part, students learn about “What is an underwater drone?”.
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Basic functions and use cases of underwater drones
In this part, students learn about “Basic functions and use cases of underwater drones”.
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The future of underwater drones and startup initiatives
In this part, students learn about “The future of underwater drones and startup initiatives”.
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Satoshi Yoshiga
Representative Director, President, CEO, FullDepth Co., Ltd.
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Ocean startup – Initiative to resolve ocean issues
- Aquatic organism
- Reproduction of vegetation environment
- Resolve an issue
- Startup
Students learn about environmental issues at sea, approaches to solve the problems, and social application of engineering through the activities of a company founded to solve the issues. The problem of barnacles attached to ship hulls and their approaches to solve the problem (part 1) and an improvement of the coast vegetation by the eelgrass reproduction activity (part 2) are introduced. Part 3 is the interview of the lecturer talking about activities of the startup and message to the students,
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Initiatives to solve ocean issues ~Issue of barnacles~
In this part, students learn about “Initiatives to solve ocean issues ~Issue of barnacles~”.
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Eelgrass and the reproduction of vegetation environment
In this part, students learn about “Eelgrass and the reproduction of vegetation environment”.
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Interview ~Ocean challenges and startup, and message to students~
In this part, students learn about “Interview ~Ocean challenges and startup, and message to students~”.
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Michio Imai
Representative, SeatecHIROSHIMA Ltd.
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Peaceful Use of the Oceans and the Future ~ Perspectives from the World Maritime University~
- Oceans, Maritime and the Future
- Ocean Governance
- International cooperation
- International Maritime Organization: IMO(IMO)
For the sustainable development of our country and the world, it is extremely important to consider the peaceful use of the oceans and their future from a global perspective. Here, we introduce the efforts of the World Maritime University, which was established by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) to train future maritime experts.
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Maritime and Peace Part 1
In this lecture, students learn about “Maritime and Peace” through three parts. This is the first part in that series.
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Maritime and Peace Part 2
In this lecture, students learn about “Maritime and Peace” through three parts. This is the second part in that series.
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Maritime and Peace Part 3
In this lecture, students learn about “Maritime and Peace” through three parts. This is the third part in that series.
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Momoko Kitada
Professor, World Maritime University
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Promoting conservation and sustainable use of the ocean – 1
- Ocean Governance
- International cooperation
- Sustainable blue economies
- Eliminating IUU Fishing
In considering the peaceful use of the oceans and their future, we will provide an overview of ocean governance, a sustainable blue economy, and the eradication of IUU fishing. We will also introduce the efforts and role of the Sasakawa Peace Foundation.
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Ocean Governance – Overview
In this part, students learn about “Ocean Governance – Overview”.
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Sustainable blue economies
In this part, students learn about “Sustainable blue economies”.
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Eliminating IUU Fishing – Significance and Challenges
In this part, students learn about “Eliminating IUU Fishing – Significance and Challenges”.
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Masanori Kobayashi
Program Director, Sasakawa Peace Foundation
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Promoting conservation and sustainable use of the ocean-2
- Marine environment
- Renewable energy
- BBNJ
- Conservation of marine life
In considering the peaceful use of the oceans and their future, we will outline changes in the marine environment and the challenges of seaweed conservation and aquaculture, decarbonization of the shipping sector and utilization of renewable energy, and the opportunities and challenges in implementing the BBNJ Agreement. We will also introduce the efforts and role of the Sasakawa Peace Foundation.
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Changes in the marine environment and challenges to seaweed conservation and farming
In this part, students learn about “Changes in the marine environment and challenges to seaweed conservation and farming”.
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Decarbonizing the maritime sector and the application of renewable energy
In this part, students learn about “Decarbonizing the maritime sector and the application of renewable energy”.
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Opportunities and challenges for the implementation of the BBNJ agreement
In this part, students learn about “Opportunities and challenges for the implementation of the BBNJ agreement”.
Lecturers
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Masanori Kobayashi
Program Director, Sasakawa Peace Foundation
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Institution of Maritime Safety and Security 1
- Safety and security
- Flag state principle
- Human development
- United nations conventions on the law of the sea
The aim of this lecture is to understand the unique characteristics of systems and challenges of governance in maritime domain. To this end, we will discuss two points. The first is to deepen understanding of maritime governance as a public space. The second is to consider the differences between the Self-Defense Forces and the Japan Coast Guard as maritime governance players and the significance of their existence.
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Institution of Maritime Safety and Security 1-1
In this lecture, students learn about “Institution of Maritime Safety and Security 1” through three parts. This is the first part in that series.
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Institution of Maritime Safety and Security 1-2
In this lecture, students learn about “Institution of Maritime Safety and Security 1” through three parts. This is the second part in that series.
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Institution of Maritime Safety and Security 1-3
In this lecture, students learn about “Institution of Maritime Safety and Security 1” through three parts. This is the third part in that series.
Lecturers
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Junji Okuzono
Professor, Japan coast guard academy
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Institution of Maritime Safety and Security 2
- Exclusive economic zone
- International administrative system
- territorial sovereignty
- Maritime security agencies
The aim of this lecture is to understand the unique characteristics of systems and challenges of governance in maritime domain. To this end, we will discuss two points. The first is to deepen understanding of maritime governance as a public space. The second is to consider the differences between the Self-Defense Forces and the Japan Coast Guard as maritime governance players and the significance of their existence.
Videos
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Institution of Maritime Safety and Security 2-1
In this lecture, students learn about “Institution of Maritime Safety and Security 2” through three parts. This is the first part in that series.
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Institution of Maritime Safety and Security 2-2
In this lecture, students learn about “Institution of Maritime Safety and Security 2” through three parts. This is the second part in that series.
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Institution of Maritime Safety and Security 2-3
In this lecture, students learn about “Institution of Maritime Safety and Security 2” through three parts. This is the third part in that series.
Lecturers
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Junji Okuzono
Professor, Japan coast guard academy
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The history of Kure 1
- Naval Arsenal
- Kure City
- ship building
- history
The objective of this lecture is to learn about the history of the local community before and after the establishment of the Naval District around the Kure region on the Seto Inland Sea coast as an example. Specifically, the lecture will provide an overview of Kure city, Kure before and after the establishment of the Naval District, the Kure Naval Arsenal. We will also introduce the facilities of Irifuneyama Memorial Museum.
Videos
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Naval District and Kure (Part 1)
In this lecture, students learn about “Naval District and Kure” through two parts. This is the first part in that series.
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Naval District and Kure (Part 2)
In this lecture, students learn about “Naval District and Kure” through two parts. This is the second part in that series.
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Introduction to the Kure Naval District Commander’s Residence(Guidance)
In this part, students learn about “Introduction to the Kure Naval District Commander’s Residence(Guidance)”.
Lecturers
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Seiko Sugiyama
Kure Maritime Museum, Curatorial division, Curator Group
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Shoko Fujisaka
Kure Maritime Museum, Curatorial division, Curator Group
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The history of Kure 2
- outdoor exhibits
- transport ship
- ship building
- history
The objective of this lecture is to learn about the history of shipbuilding technology exhibited at the Yamato Museum. Specifically, the lecture will explain the shipbuilding technology and background of the time while visiting the outdoor exhibits of the museum.
Videos
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Navy and engineers
In this part, students learn about “Navy and engineers”.
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Battleship Yamato and Kure Naval Port(Guidance)
In this part, students learn about “Battleship Yamato and Kure Naval Port(Guidance)”.
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Transport ships: The road to mass production at the Kure Arsenal
In this part, students learn about “Transport ships: The road to mass production at the Kure Arsenal”.
Lecturers
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Takeshi Kubo
Kure Maritime Museum, Curatorial division, Curator Group
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Takuro Hanaoka
Kure Maritime Museum, Curatorial division, Curator Group
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Shohei Hamana
Kure Maritime Museum, Curatorial division, Curator Group
Staff/スタッフ
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Hiroaki ToriiMTI Co., Ltd.Researcher
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Ryo KakutaMTI Co., Ltd.Team Leader
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Autonomous Ship TeamMTI Co., Ltd.
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Hiroshi FujimuraKawasaki Kisen Kaisha, Ltd. (“K” LINE)
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Risako SuzukiKawasaki Kisen Kaisha, Ltd. (“K” LINE)
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Kazuhiro Watanabeevahline inc.Director
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Keita WatanabeNAIKEN R&D (for the Future of coastal shipping)Executive Director
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Japan Marine United CorporationJapan Marine United Corporation
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TSUNEISHI SHIPBUILDING Co., Ltd.TSUNEISHI SHIPBUILDING Co., Ltd.
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Sou IshibashiKYOKUYO SHIPYARD CORPORATION
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Kana MurakamiTSUNEISHI FACILITIES&CRAFT CO.,LTD.
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Ryo ShigesadaShinko Ind. Ltd.
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Kohei NittaShinko Ind. Ltd.
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Tatsuya KambaraShinko Ind. Ltd.
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Furuno Electric Co., Ltd.Furuno Electric Co., Ltd.
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Keiji YamajiToyokuni Co., Ltd.President and CEO
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National Institute of Maritime, Port, and Aviation Technology, National Maritime Research InstituteNational Institute of Maritime, Port, and Aviation Technology, National Maritime Research Institute
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Port and Airport Research InstitutePort and Airport Research Institute
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The Chugoku Regional Harbor Transportation AssociationThe Chugoku Regional Harbor Transportation Association
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Chugoku District Transport Bureau, Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and TourismChugoku District Transport Bureau, Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism
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Chugoku Regional Development Bureau, Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and TourismChugoku Regional Development Bureau, Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism
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Hironori MineHiroshima Pref. Civil Engineering and Architecture BureauChief
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PENTA-OCEAN CONSTRUCTION CO., LTD.PENTA-OCEAN CONSTRUCTION CO., LTD.
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FUKKEN CO., LTD.FUKKEN CO., LTD.
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Hiroaki HattoriFUKADA SALVAGE & MARINE WORKS CO.,LTD.
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Tatsuya YoshidaYamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
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Norikazu KawabuchiSETONAIKAIKISEN INC.Executive Director
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Shunji OkadaSetouchi Sea Line Co., Ltd.Executive Director
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Satoshi YoshigaFullDepth Co., Ltd.Representative Director, President, CEO
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Michio ImaiSeatecHIROSHIMA Ltd.Representative
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Momoko KitadaWorld Maritime UniversityProfessor
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Masanori KobayashiSasakawa Peace FoundationProgram Director
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Junji OkuzonoJapan coast guard academyProfessor
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Seiko SugiyamaKure Maritime Museum, Curatorial division, Curator Group
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Shoko FujisakaKure Maritime Museum, Curatorial division, Curator Group
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Takeshi KuboKure Maritime Museum, Curatorial division, Curator Group
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Takuro HanaokaKure Maritime Museum, Curatorial division, Curator Group
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Shohei HamanaKure Maritime Museum, Curatorial division, Curator Group
Competency/コンピテンシー
Course Objectives
In order to develop global human resources with a combined liberal arts and science background in the oceans and maritime fields who will be active in Asia (especially in ASEAN countries, particularly Indonesia, which is experiencing rapid economic development and strengthening the oceans and maritime fields as a national policy) and the world, students will acquire the following knowledge and related abilities. In addition, students will learn about manufacturing operations and sites in the real world, and while recognizing their social role and importance, will gain a deep understanding of “peaceful use of the seas and their sustainable development.”
– Understand the role of the oceans and maritime fields in supporting the lives, society, economy, and world peace of people around the world.
– Acquire the ability to explain the scientific knowledge required for planning, design, production, maintenance, operation, shipping, and marine information related to ships and maritime safety.
– Understand next-generation technologies in the oceans and maritime fields toward decarbonization, and be able to explain their importance.
– Be able to explain the current situation, issues, and measures from an international perspective through knowledge and understanding of the technologies, operations, policies, and laws and regulations required to protect the safety, security, and governance of the seas of the world and Asia (particularly ASEAN countries).
Learning Outcomes
The following goals are set in order to develop global human resources who will play an active role in the oceans and maritime fields in Asia (especially in ASEAN countries, particularly Indonesia, which is experiencing rapid economic development and strengthening the oceans and maritime fields as a national policy) and the world.
– Understand the relationship, importance, and future potential and sustainable development of the marine and maritime industry, which supports the lives, safety, and security of people around the world, and international peace.
– Understand the actual situation of manufacturing sites by experiencing the current operations and cutting-edge of actual manufacturing in the oceans and maritime fields (e.g. design, production, measurement, analysis, simulation, operation, business, administration/policy).
– Be able to explain the progress and overview of actual project work in the oceans and maritime fields.
– Be able to explain to others, in particular, how to proceed with projects that take safety, efficiency, and the global environment into consideration.
– Be able to express one’s own opinion on manufacturing in the oceans and maritime fields and their future state.
– Understand the importance of international relations and cooperation between the world and Asia (especially ASEAN countries), and be able to express one’s own opinion on the peaceful use of the seas and sustainable development.
Contact/お問合せ先
Professor, MUTSUDA Hidemi,
School of Engineering, Hiroshima University




