BIOL 3985 - Biological Research

3 hours

Prerequisites: BIOL 1108 CSCI 1100 MATH 2000
Students will learn the process and methodology of developing a research project and apply this knowledge to construct a project on a scientific topic of interest to them. This process will include the development of a literature review through perusal of current scientific literature culminating in an oral presentation (computer-aided, e.g. Powerpoint) and discussion of their review. Students will learn methods of experimental design and data analysis that lead to the design of an experimental protocol to test a hypothesis of their own construction related to their literature review.

This course is required of all Junior Biology Majors if not yet taken. Eligible Sophomores (current
overall GPA of 3.4) may also enroll.