As an institution of higher learning, Tomakomai National College of Technology (TNCT) accepts students with an interest in science and technology and encourages their mental and physical development while placing emphasis on individual character and capability. The College provides students with specialized knowledge and skills based on broad education and practical approach to manufacturing in order to cultivate creative engineers equipped with the capacity for taking subjective action applicable to the international community while also responding to the demands of the times.

1. A well-rounded character
   
2. Sound engineering knowledge and ability
   
3. A creative and practical approach to technology
   

(a) Academic and educational objectives of TNCT

(A)	Sophistication: be considerate towards nature and the environment from a global standpoint and gain a broad view of history, culture, society and other subjects;
(B)	Logic and Responsibility: gain a conception of logic and sense of responsibility as an engineer;
(C)	Communication: gain skills in presentation proficiency, in providing descriptions, making announcements and engaging in debates in Japanese, and in other fundamental linguistic capacities for effective communication in the global arena;
(D)	Engineering Fundamentals: gain basic knowledge and applied skills in mathematics, natural sciences, information technology and engineering;
(E)	Sustained Study: gain the ability to engage in independent and sustained study while remaining conscientious of one’s role as of an engineer;
(F)	Specialized, Practical Skills: have specialized skills in particular areas of expertise within the field of engineering that relates to manufacturing, and gain the ability to practically implement these skills;
(G)	Practical Skills in Multiple Areas: have an understanding of other areas of expertise that can be considered in conjunction with one’s own specialized areas and gain proficiency in technological application that can be applied to problem-solving in border areas;
(H)	Relevant, Applicable Skills: recognize skills relevant to the demands of the times and which are applicable to the demands of society, and gain proficiency in design, development and management skills in order to systemize and productize upon application of these skills;
(I)	Teamwork: gain the ability to work as a team not only with engineers from one’s own specialized fields of expertise but from other fields as well, in order to execute projects in a smooth and systematic manner.

(b) Academic and educational objectives of associate degree courses

A-i	Be able to explain basic issues relating to the social sciences and humanities, including society, economics, law, philosophy, history, culture and language;
A-ii	Be able to recognize concepts and methodologies from the social sciences and humanities;
B-i	Be able to explain basic issues relating to social ethics;
B-ii	Be able to understand the influence engineering has on nature and society and recognize the social responsibility accorded to them as engineers;
C-i	Be able to summarize and give a presentation of one’s own thoughts;
C-ii	Be able to understand the opinions and assertions of other parties and engage in debate;
C-iii	Be able to describe one’s thoughts in a logical and coherent fashion in written Japanese;
C-iv	Be able to accurately read and comprehend English-language texts and explain the subject matter in Japanese;
D-i	Be able to perform basic problem-solving tasks related to mathematics;
D-ii	Be able to perform basic problem-solving tasks related to the natural sciences;
D-iii	Be able to utilize information technology;
D-iv	Be able to apply basic knowledge of mathematics, the natural sciences, information technology and engineering to specialized areas of industrial problem-solving;
E-i	Possess an interest in changes in technology and be able to independently obtain new knowledge;
E-ii	Be able to engage in sustained study through acquisition of engineering knowledge and technologies;
F-i	Have specialized knowledge in one’s chosen area of expertise within the field of engineering that relates to manufacturing and the environment in order to perform basic problem-solving tasks;
F-ii	Through performing practical experiments, exercises and research, be able to recognize problems, draft and execute an action plan in order to resolve an issue and analyze the result;
F-iii	Be able to consider from an engineering perspective the results of the implementation of technology from one’s chosen area of expertise and summarize it within the assigned limit;
H-i	Be able to recognize technological issues related to one’s chosen field of expertise that are relevant to the demands of society;
I-i	Gain the ability to recognize the responsibilities and obligations of joint operations and execute projects in a smooth and systematic manner.

(c) Academic and educational objectives of advanced courses

A-3	Be able to process and appreciate controversial points about the environment and society and consider the various perspectives based on knowledge, concepts and methodologies of the social sciences and humanities;
B-1	Be able to explain basic issues related to subjects such as engineering ethics, the history of technology, related regulations, safety engineering and risk management;
B-2	Be able to process and appreciate key points on environmental issues and analyze problems based on knowledge of engineering ethics and engineering;
B-3	Be able to consider the social responsibility accorded to engineers through an understanding of the influence engineering has on nature and society and recognition of technological issues in contemporary society;
C-1	Be able to summarize and present one’s own thoughts logically and objectively;
C-2	Be able to understand the opinions and assertions of others, summarize one’s own thoughts and engage in debate;
C-3	Be able to engage in effective and efficient practical essay composition in Japanese;
C-4	Be able to accurately read and comprehend essays written in English and explain subject matter in Japanese;
C-5	Be able to engage in basic English-language communication;
D-1	Be able to perform basic engineering-related mathematical problem-solving tasks involving linear algebra, analysis, probability and statistics and other subjects;
D-2	Be able to perform basic engineering-related problem-solving tasks relating to natural sciences, involving physics, chemistry, biology and other subjects;
D-3	Be able to apply knowledge related to information technology;
D-4	Be able to apply basic knowledge of mathematics, the natural sciences, information technology and engineering to solve engineering problems in design and system layout, information and logic, materials and biotechnology, mechanics and sociotechnology;
E-1	Be interested in changes in technology and be able to independently obtain new knowledge and relevant information;
E-2	Be able to engage in sustained and voluntary studies through acquisition of engineering knowledge and technology;
F-1	Have specialized knowledge in one’s chosen fields of expertise within the field of engineering that concerns manufacturing and the environment, and be able to perform basic problem-solving tasks;
F-2	Through performing practical experiments, exercises and research, be able to recognize problems and consider solution proposals through implementation of specialist knowledge and technology;
F-3	Be able to plan and execute an execution plan and perform an analysis according to accurately gathered data and appropriate methods during a problem-solving task;
F-4	Be able to consider from an engineering perspective the results of the implementation of technology from one’s chosen area of expertise and summarize it within the assigned limit;
G-1	Be capable of basic practical experiments in other fields in addition to one’s own specialized fields;
G-2	Be capable of combining knowledge and technology from other fields with the technology of one’s own specialized field, exercising creativity in tackling the problem and advancing towards a solution;
G-3	Utilize knowledge and skills involving several specialized fields and be able to recognize border areas;
G-4	Understand the regional characteristics of Tomakomai and be able to consider how they relate to one’s one specialized field;
H-1	Be capable of understanding technological challenges in society from a broad perspective and planning improved designs and problem-solving methods under given conditions in regard to system, process and production;
H-2	Be capable of reviewing the present situation, challenges and future trends of energy and environmental technologies in cold climates;
I-1	Recognize responsibilities and obligations of joint operations and be capable of executing the role of leader or staff member according to the situation;
I-2	Be able to consolidate multiple opinions within a group, propose plans in pursuit of performance and cooperate on agreed matters.