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Quick Facts
| Medium Of Instructions | Mode Of Learning | Mode Of Delivery |
|---|---|---|
| English | Self Study | Video and Text Based |
Course Overview
With the Monozukuri: Making Things certification course, edX strives to introduce you to the Japanese art of making things. It takes you through topics such as fluid dynamics, design, thermodynamics, and other dynamics of machinery. The course also provides a learning experience like none other.
This unique programme, along with including regular video lectures and quizzes, also features an interesting hands-on project through which you can learn by doing. Moreover, Monozukuri: Making Things certification syllabus will also allow you to understand the propulsion mechanism through an in-depth study of the heat-powered steamboat.
You will also receive valuable insights into how Japan manages to manufacture high-quality goods. The learning experience further includes interviews with student organisations and artisans who design human-powered aircraft. With this Monozukuri: Making Things programme, you will also get a taste of experiential learning, which is nothing but learning from one’s experiences.
The course is a perfect fit for learners who wish to learn all about making things in Japan, as well as the engineering principles they employ. Lastly, you also have the option of purchasing a course completion certificate, which can help you a lot employment-wise. Edx offers 2 separate tracks that can be used to opt into the course and they can have access either for a limited period or the access may be unlimited. If the candidates want limited access they will have to choose the audit track and if they want unlimited access to the course materials they can choose the verified track.
The Highlights
- Hands-on project
- Experiential Learning
- Quizzes
- Video Lectures
- 100% online
- A TokyoTech Offering
- English language course
- Self-paced programme
- Four-week course
- Shareable certificate
- Requires one-two hours per week
- Purchasable certificate
- Introductory level programme
Programme Offerings
- 1-2 hours of weekly study
- A TokyoTech Offering
- Hands-on project
- Experiential Learning
- video lectures
- English language course
- Self-paced programme
- Shareable Certificate
- 100% Online
- Introductory level programme
Courses and Certificate Fees
| Fees Informations | Certificate Availability | Certificate Providing Authority |
|---|---|---|
| INR 4923 | yes | Institute of Science Tokyo, Tokyo |
- The Monozukuri: Making Things programme is an entirely free course.
- If you need a certificate, however, you will need to pay the fee specified by the course.
Monozukuri: Making Things fee structure:
Course Name | Fee |
Monozukuri: Making Things (Audit only) | Free |
Monozukuri: Making Things (With Verified Certificate) | Rs. 4,923 |
What you will learn
When you are done with all the modules of the Monozukuri: Making things online course, you will be proficient in:
- Concepts related to engineering and science such as machinery design, machinery dynamics, thermodynamics, and fluid mechanics
- The philosophy behind the Japanese art of Monozukuri
- The craftsmanship that can be achieved using the Japanese art of Monozukuri
- Learning via your own experiences with experiential learning
Who it is for
The Monozukuri: Making Things training is fit for anyone who wishes to familiarise themselves with various engineering principles and how things are made in Japan.
Admission Details
Step 1: If you’re interested in learning the art of Monozukuri with the Monozukuri: Making Things Certification course, you must first visit the edX course page. Here’s a link for the programme webpage: https://www.edx.org/learn/engineering/tokyo-institute-of-technology-monozukuri-making-things
Step 2: Next, you must go through the programme details carefully. The page has extensive information regarding course outcomes, fees, duration, and the faculty. After you’ve been through all the details, and are satisfied with what the course has to offer, you can click the ‘Enroll’ button located on the top.
Step 3: You will be redirected to the sign-in/Register page. Sign in using your edX credentials. If you don’t have an edX account, create one using your email ID, Facebook, Apple, or Google account.
Step 4: Once you’re done registering, you will be able to access all the course materials, and can start learning right away.
Step 5: However, if you wish to get a certificate of completion, there’s one extra payment step that you’ll have to go through. You can pay the necessary course fees through your transaction mode of choice and access all course materials thereafter.
Application Details
Though there’s no dedicated application form that you need to fill, you may need to provide some essential details, such as your name, country of residence, and email ID. Once you’ve provided this necessary information, you can start with the programme.
The Syllabus
Instructors
Institute of Science Tokyo, Tokyo Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
edX has collaborated with the Tokyo Institute of Technology to bring the Monozukuri: Making Things programme to you.
The programme is mentored by Hiroto Tanaka and Cesar A. Hernandez Reyes.
Since this is an introductory level programme, the course material is relatively easy to understand.
The Monozukuri: Making Things online course is four weeks long.