Course Description
Guides new students in the selection of a research advisor. Professors present brief summaries of their research projects. Topics relevant to research are also discussed. Prerequisite: Admitted to graduate program in department.
Syllabus
Student Learning Outcomes, Goals, Objectives:
Students successfully completing this course will be able to:
- Learn about the various research opportunities in the Department.
- Select a research mentor.
- Start thinking about the norms, ethics, and expectations of scientists.
Course Grading Information:
| Activity/Performance Measure | Percentage/Points |
|---|---|
| Finding a research mentor by the deadline (prior to Thanksgiving) | 50% |
| Participation and demonstrated preparation for the class, by completing reading assignments | 50% |
CHE720 Grade Scale
Grading Scale
| Percentage | Letter Grade |
|---|---|
| 100 to 93% | A |
| 92 to 90% | A- |
| 89 to 88% | B+ |
| 87 to 79% | B |
| 78 to 77% | B- |
| 76 to 75% | C+ |
| 74 to 69% | C |
| 68 to 0% | F |
Attendance/Participation:
Attendance is absolutely required in this course. If you miss a class, you will be required to make it up by examining the topic via a webinar. You will have to send me a digest of the webinar that you attend, as well.
If attendance is not made up, then your final grade will be lowered by at least one full letter grade.
Course Materials Purchased by the Students:
You are not required to purchase a book. Rather, we will discuss: “On being a scientist: A guide to responsible conduct in research”, Third Edition, 2009, published by the National Academy of Sciences. You can download your own free pdf copy from the National Academies Press website: https://nap.nationalacademies.org/catalog/12192/on-being-a-scientist-a-guide-to-responsible-conduct-in
Scholarly Perspectives
This course engages diverse scholarly perspectives to develop critical thinking, analysis, and debate and inclusion of a reading does not imply endorsement.