Abstract
A year-long project-based learning (PBL) course called “Advanced Practice for Development Process” is offered to third-grade students at the Department of Mechanical Engineering, Osaka Institute of Technology. In this course, small teams of five to six students work together through every stage of the development process－including problem identification, design, fabrication, refinement, and final presentation. This course is one of the highlights of the department’s curriculum. By taking part in these hands-on projects, students can develop practical skills essential for the workplace, such as communication, teamwork, leadership, and coordination abilities often referred to as “generic skills” with fundamental competencies for working professionals. This paper presents an overview of this PBL course, including its structure, implementation, evaluation methods, and educational outcomes.
