Ehime University Initiative

Zero2Maker Introduction to Entrepreneurship - 1

“Yurugasu” (to shake things up). An initiative aimed at inspiring students to become the next generation of innovators and changemakers in Japan. Empower yourself to become an active creator and problem-solver.

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Program Curriculum

A 15-session intensive journey from ideation to final prototype.

Session 1 (6/5)

Ideation

• Understanding the theme & team formation
• Deciding “for whom” and “when it is used”

Output: Concept sheet

Session 2 (6/12)

Create 3D/2D

• Giving form in 2D/3D & mock-ups
• Tips for early-stage prototyping

Output: Simple mock-up + improvement notes

Session 3 (6/14)

Concept Design (CAD)

• Basic CAD operations
• Designing a simple part

Output: CAD data + rationale

Session 4 (6/19)

Intro to Arduino

• Microcontroller basics
• Writing & verifying base code

Output: Operation demo + code

Session 5 (6/21)

Input Devices

• Using buttons and sensors
• Acquiring values

Output: Input demo

Session 6 (6/26)

Output Devices

• Controlling light, sound, motion
• LEDs, buzzers, servos

Output: Output demo

Session 7 (6/28)

Integration

• Single Input / Single Output
• Basic conditional logic

Output: Small integrated I/O work

Session 8 (7/3)

Mini User Test

• Structuring a 1-minute pitch
• No-explanation user interaction test

Output: Test notes + pitch script

Sessions 9, 10, 11 (July)

Production 1

• Design → fabrication → testing
• Completing the first prototype

Output: Prototype 1 + log + interim pres.

Sessions 12 & 13 (July)

Improvement

• Mini user tests with at least 3 people
• Reflecting user-centered fixes

Output: Prototype 2 + rationale + slides

Sessions 14 & 15 (8/2, 3 hours)

Final Demo Day

The ultimate showcase of your journey. Present your fully functional, user-tested final prototype to peers, mentors, and partners. Stand tall, makers!

Student Portfolios

Explore the incredible work of our makers in the making.