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Tokyo Tech launches Japanese Architecture and Structural Design MOOC

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September 3, 2021

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Japanese Architecture and Structural Design course banner

Tokyo Tech recently launched Japanese Architecture and Structural Design別窓, its eleventh massive open online course (MOOC), on the edX platform別窓. The course, which examines fundamental and modern approaches to Japanese structural design under the guidance of Tokyo Tech Professor Toru Takeuchi from the School of Environment and Society, has already attracted over 2,000 enrolled learners since its launch in May 2021.

Japanese Architecture and Structural Design uses historical materials and Tokyo Tech campus buildings as case studies to introduce students to various seismic design concepts. The course, which consists of five video lectures, is packed with theory and knowledge to help learners understand how today's architects can design strong, earthquake-resistant structures without making aesthetic compromises. Students are also treated to unique aerial views of Tokyo Tech structures別窓 shot using a drone and expert interviews that highlight the importance of architect-engineer collaborations.

Snapshot of course video

Snapshot of course video

Drone used to capture aerial video footage of Tokyo Tech's campus buildings

Drone used to capture aerial video footage of Tokyo Tech's campus buildings

Range of shared knowledge continues to expand

In its efforts to share unique Tokyo Tech knowledge with learners around the world, the Institute continues to expand steadily the range of free online courses offered through the edX platform. To date, more than 100,000 students in over 200 countries and regions have enjoyed the TokyoTechX別窓 online learning experience.

School of Environment and Society

School of Environment and Society
—Creating Science and Technology for Sustainable Environment and Society—

Information on School of Environment and Society inaugurated in April 2016

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Contact

Online Education Development Office, Center for Innovative Teaching and Learning

Email oedo@citl.titech.ac.jp

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