Subject: Biology
Credit units: 3
Offered: Either Term 1 or Term 2
Weekly hours: 5 Practicum/Lab hours
College: Arts and Science
Department: Biology
Description
Researching and interpreting the literature in regards to a scientific question is the first step in a research project. In this course, students will study a research question with a faculty supervisor through a research literature review. Students will gain experience in writing for a scientific and non-scientific audience, concluding with a literature review and oral presentation. Before beginning, students must obtain a supervisor and submit an outline of the project for approval by the Head of the Department.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 301; and 12 credit units from BIOL courses at the 200-level or above, ACB 406.3, ANBI 470.3, ANSC 313.3, ARCH 270.3, BINF 200.3, BMSC 210.3, BMSC 220.3, FABS 212.3, GEOL 343.3, BMIS 487.3, PLSC 405.3, PLSC 411.3, PLSC 416.3, PLSC 422.3, PLSC 425.3, TOX 300.3, TOX 301.3 of which at least 3 credit units must be at the 300-level or above; and permission of the department.
Note: Students are required to obtain a faculty supervisor prior to registration in this course.
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