Abstract
This paper presents the Project-Based Learning (PBL) initiatives conducted in the Department of Civil
and Environmental Engineering at the National Institute of Technology, Gunma College during the 2025
academic year, with a particular focus on the activities implemented by each student group. The program
was designed with the aim of providing practical education that addresses real-world and socially relevant
problems.
During the PBL activities, students worked with external facilitators to define project themes and develop
solutions. Through this process, they acquired—albeit with individual variation—skills in identifying
problems and selecting appropriate approaches to address them. Interaction with the facilitators also offered
students opportunities to learn about the significance of professional work in society and to gain an
understanding of workplace etiquette expected of working professionals. In addition, the process of
engaging in group discussions and consolidating project outcomes is considered to have fostered essential
competencies required in the construction industry, such as teamwork and consensus-building skills.
