Course coordinator
Professor Kazuhiro Nogita
Please e-mail Professor Nogita to arrange an appointment.
Course overview
- Study period
- Semester 2, 2025 (16/06/2025 - 23/08/2025)
- Study level
- Undergraduate
- Location
- St Lucia
- Attendance mode
- In Person
- Units
- 2
- Administrative campus
- St Lucia
- Coordinating unit
- Mech & Mine Engineering School
This course is offered on an occasional basis.
Topics and content to be determined by student interest and availability of visiting staff. For details, consult course coordinator. For information about how to enrol in this course, please email studentenquiries@mechmining.uq.edu.au.
In 2025, Advanced Manufacturing in Practice will provide an opportunity for up to 22 undergraduate students to travel to Japan in mid-2025 for a 4 weeks stay that involves:
(1) Workshop at Nihon Superior in Osaka including Osaka World Expo 2025.
(2) On-site attendance at Kyushu University (KU) including the delivery of two series of lectures in Fukuoka. Lecture topics include Advanced Engineering Technologies with a focus on the Japanese Manufacturing Sector and Japanese Language. Lectures will be run for three weeks. The Kyushu Economic Federation (KEF) and Fukuoka Prefecture Hydrogen Green Growth Strategy Conference (FPHGGSC) will facilitate industry visits to manufacturing facilities in North Kyushu area (Toyota, J-POWER, Nippon Steel, Genkai-Nuclear Power Station, Namura ship building, Yaskawa etc.).
Students will gain knowledge of the type and scale of industry, and the quality and nature of the educational institutions in Japan. Both the engineering and language components of the lecture series will be tailored to have a focus on cultural awareness for engineering professionals and be delivered by leading KU professors with a deep understanding of the region. This coupled with on-site visits to significant manufacturing facilities will give the students an understanding and vocational awareness of the region. Students will be exposed to the high quality of education and manufacturing operations that define modern Japan. Participation of local industry will be facilitated by the KEF with a view to grow exchange opportunities by providing internships at leading Japanese companies.
Students will need to have passed a merit based competitive application process and be advised they have permission to enrol in this course (the School Office at studentenquiries@mechmining.uq.edu.au will have advised you of your eligibility if you applied in March/April 2025). The travel is supported by a 2025 New Colombo Plan Mobility Project.
Course requirements
Assumed background
Students enrolled in this course must have gone through the competitive application process and satisfy the eligibility requirements of the New Colombo Plan (NCP) grant guidelines.
Prerequisites
You'll need to complete the following courses before enrolling in this one:
Permission of Head of School
Course contact
School enquiries
Ms Kristin Crear
Course staff
Lecturer
Aims and outcomes
The aims of this course are to (1) imbue you with an increased understanding of the type and scale of industry and the quality and nature of the educational institutions within the host country and (2) introduce you to another culture within the context of the engineering and manufacturing industries.
Learning outcomes
After successfully completing this course you should be able to:
LO1.
Apply your communication skills in a cross-cultural environment to synthesise an understanding of engineering issues related to the host country’s manufacturing.
LO2.
Evaluate strengths in the current approach to manufacturing in the host country and create a strategy for transferring these strengths to an Australian manufacturing environment.
LO3.
Evaluate the similarities and differences in academic and professional engineering practice between the host country and Australia.
LO4.
Work collaboratively in a group environment to synthesise, summarise and communicate information relating to cross-cultural experiences.
Assessment
Assessment summary
| Category | Assessment task | Weight | Due date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Presentation |
Summary Presentation
|
30% |
18/07/2025 4:00 pm |
| Paper/ Report/ Annotation | Final Report | 60% |
4/08/2025 4:00 pm |
| Participation/ Student contribution | Sustainable Energy for a Better Future | 10% |
15/05/2025 - 17/07/2025 |
A hurdle is an assessment requirement that must be satisfied in order to receive a specific grade for the course. Check the assessment details for more information about hurdle requirements.
Assessment details
Summary Presentation
- Hurdle
- Identity Verified
- Team or group-based
- Mode
- Activity/ Performance, Oral
- Category
- Presentation
- Weight
- 30%
- Due date
18/07/2025 4:00 pm
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02, L03, L04
Task description
A summary presentation of the exchange will be presented at Kyushu University. This presentation will be a group based exercise (approx. 3 per group) with 10 minutes for the presentation and 5 minutes for questions. Options for the presentation and assessment criteria will be discussed at the information session.
If, for whatever reason, you find that your group is not functioning effectively, please contact the course coordinator for support.
Please refer to Blackboard for the location.
A minimum of 40% must be achieved on the presentation to receive a passing grade.
Hurdle requirements
A minimum of 40% must be achieved on the presentation to receive a passing grade.Submission guidelines
Presentation slides must be submitted to Backboard prior to the presentation (1 upload per group). Presentations will be recorded.
Deferral or extension
You cannot defer or apply for an extension for this assessment.
Deferrals are not permitted as the assessment takes place abroad and is marked by academics at the host institution.
If there are exceptional circumstances you may apply for an exemption. An exemption for the presentation must be requested via Si-net.
Late submission
You will receive a mark of 0 if this assessment is submitted late.
The nature of a presentation in front of an audience does not allow for a submission later than the due date.
Final Report
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Paper/ Report/ Annotation
- Weight
- 60%
- Due date
4/08/2025 4:00 pm
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02, L03
Task description
This report will be approximately 10 pages and consist of reflections of key learning experiences during the time in Japan and a profile of one of the companies visited during the trip, which could include a historical perspective or comparison with a similar Australian company.
The report will be expected to include:
1. An evaluation of the strengths in the current approach to manufacturing in Japan and proposal of strategies for how these strengths could be transferred to an Australian manufacturing environment.
2. An evaluation of the similarities and differences in academic and professional engineering practice in Japan and Australia.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Translation (MT) are emerging tools that may support students in completing this assessment task. Students may appropriately use AI and/or MT in completing this assessment task. Students must clearly reference any use of AI or MT in each instance.
A failure to reference generative AI or MT use may constitute student misconduct under the Student Code of Conduct.
Submission guidelines
Assignments to be submitted through Turn-it-in in Blackboard.
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
You may be able to apply for an extension.
The maximum extension allowed is 14 days. Extensions are given in multiples of 24 hours.
If there are exceptional circumstances you may apply for an extension.
Extensions must be requested via my.UQ
A Student Access Plan (SAP) can only be used for a first extension. Extensions based on an SAP may be granted for up to seven (7) days, or the maximum number of days specified in the Electronic Course Profile (ECP), if it is less than seven (7) days. Any further extensions will require additional supporting documentation, such as a medical certificate.
Late submission
A penalty of 10% of the maximum possible mark will be deducted per 24 hours from time submission is due for up to 7 days. After 7 days, you will receive a mark of 0.
A penalty of 10% of the maximum possible mark will be deducted per 24 hours from time submission is due for up to 7 days. After 7 days, you will receive a mark of 0.
Sustainable Energy for a Better Future
- Mode
- Activity/ Performance
- Category
- Participation/ Student contribution
- Weight
- 10%
- Due date
15/05/2025 - 17/07/2025
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02, L03, L04
Task description
Today, the world faces two significant energy challenges: the need for safer, low-carbon alternatives to fossil fuels and still limited access of hundreds and millions of people to energy. Engineers play a significant role in developing and implementing these sustainable energy sources. Effective collaboration among engineers across disciplines and borders is more crucial than ever to make a swift and broad transition to sustainable energy. In this Advanced Engineering course, engineering students at Kyushu University and the University of Queensland will explore the advanced research on green energy conducted at these two universities. Students will also build an international team of engineers, conduct a case study of one selected city with energy problems, and make a group presentation to propose possible solutions.
Submission guidelines
Deferral or extension
You cannot defer or apply for an extension for this assessment.
You cannot defer or apply for an extension for this assessment.
Where a student is unable to attend the live zoom lecture, a link to the recording will be made available.
Students are required to watch all lectures in sequential order prior to departure.
Course grading
Full criteria for each grade is available in the Assessment Procedure.
| Pass/Fails | Cut off Percent | Description |
|---|---|---|
| P | 50 - 100 |
Course grade description: Pass (P): A non-graded pass will apply to students who fall into the following category. A student who demonstrates adequate understanding and application of the fundamental concepts of the field of study; develops routine arguments or decisions and provides acceptable justification; communicates information and ideas adequately in terms of the conventions of the discipline. Range: 50-100% |
| F | 0 - 49.99 |
Course grade description: Not Pass (N): A non-graded fail will apply to students who fall into the following categories. A student who fails to demonstrate most or all of the basic requirements of the course or does not attend or participate in the scheduled activities of the course; or A student who demonstrates clear deficiencies in understanding and applying fundamental concepts; communicates information or ideas in ways that are frequently incomplete or confusing and give little attention to the conventions of the discipline; or A student who demonstrates superficial or partial or faulty understanding of the fundamental concepts of the field of study and limited ability to apply these concepts; presents undeveloped or inappropriate or unsupported arguments; communicates information or ideas with lack of clarity and inconsistent adherence to the conventions of the discipline. Range: 0-49% |
Additional course grading information
Supplementary assessment
Supplementary assessment is available for this course.
Additional assessment information
Students will not be given exemptions, or partial credit from any previous attempt of this course, for any piece of assessment. You must complete all of the learning activities and assessment items each time you take a course.
Learning resources
You'll need the following resources to successfully complete the course. We've indicated below if you need a personal copy of the reading materials or your own item.
Library resources
Library resources are available on the UQ Library website.
Learning activities
The learning activities for this course are outlined below. Learn more about the learning outcomes that apply to this course.
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| Learning period | Activity type | Topic |
|---|---|---|
Not scheduled |
Seminar |
Predeparture seminar 1 2 May 2025, 16:00 - 17:00 Guidance for Advanced Engineering: Sustainable Energy for a Better Future Venue: 47A-342 Lecturer: Kazuhiro Nogita/ Xin Fu Tan/ Kristin Crear Learning outcomes: L01 |
Not scheduled |
Lecture |
Orientation for online lecture series 15 May 2025, 17:40 - 19:10 Advanced Engineering: Sustainable Energy for a Better Future (Part of Assessment 3) ZOOM: TBD Lecturer: Mika Tamura and Kyushu University lecturer Learning outcomes: L01 |
Not scheduled |
Lecture |
Lecture 1 22 May 2025, 17:40 - 19:10 Advanced Engineering: Sustainable Energy for a Better Future (Part of Assessment 3) ZOOM: TBD Lecturer: Ruth Knibbe Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03, L04 |
Not scheduled |
Lecture |
Lecture 2 29/05/2025, 17:40 - 19:10 Advanced Engineering: Sustainable Energy for a Better Future (Part of Assessment 3) ZOOM: TBD Lecturer: Kazuhiro Nogita Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03, L04 |
Not scheduled |
Seminar |
Predeparture Seminar 2 To Be Confirmed Final predeparture seminar with business card provided. Venue: TBD Lecturer: Kazuhiro Nogita/ Xin Fu Tan/ Kristin Crear Learning outcomes: L01 |
Not scheduled |
Lecture |
Lecture 3 5 June 2025, 17:40 - 19:10 Advanced Engineering: Sustainable Energy for a Better Future (Part of Assessment 3) ZOOM: TBD Lecturer: Kyushu University lecturer Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03, L04 |
Multiple weeks From Week 1 To Week 2 |
Fieldwork |
NCP UQ-JPIE - Nihon Superior and Osaka Expo 2025 (Osaka) 22 June 2025 - 25 June 2025 Nihon Superior and Osaka Expo 2025 (Osaka) (International workshop and tour): The full schedule will be available on Blackboard. Venue: Kyushu University Lecturer: Kazuhiro Nogita/ Xin Fu Tan Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03, L04 |
Week 1 (16 Jun - 22 Jun) |
Lecture |
Lecture 4 19/06/2025, 17:40 - 19:10 Advanced Engineering: Sustainable Energy for a Better Future (Part of Assessment 3) ZOOM: TBD Lecturer: Kyushu University lecturer Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03, L04 |
Multiple weeks From Week 2 To Week 5 |
Fieldwork |
NCP UQ-JPIE - Kyushu University (Fukuoka) Kyushu Uni (Fukuoka) (International workshop and tour): The full schedule will be available on Blackboard. Venue: Kyushu University Lecturer: Kazuhiro Nogita/ Xin Fu Tan Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03, L04 |
Week 5 (14 Jul - 20 Jul) |
Lecture |
Student Presentations 17 July 2025, 17:40 - 19:10 Advanced Engineering: Sustainable Energy for a Better Future (Part of Assessment 3) Venue: Kyushu University Lecturer: Kyushu University lecturer Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03, L04 |
Lecture |
Summary Presentation 18 July 2025, 17:40 - 19:10 NCP-UQ-JPIE program group presentation (Assessment 2) Venue: Kyushu University Lecturer: Kyushu University lecturer Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03, L04 |
Policies and procedures
University policies and procedures apply to all aspects of student life. As a UQ student, you must comply with University-wide and program-specific requirements, including the:
- Student Code of Conduct Policy
- Student Integrity and Misconduct Policy and Procedure
- Assessment Procedure
- Examinations Procedure
- Reasonable Adjustments for Students Policy and Procedure
Learn more about UQ policies on my.UQ and the Policy and Procedure Library.