SM 396 - Scientific Inquiry

Institution:

Cazenovia College (Closed 2023)

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Description:

Students gain intensive practical experience in all aspects of the process of scientific inquiry, including collection of primary and secondary literature and synthesis of relevant information from this literature, development of testable hypotheses, appropriate design and implementation of experiments, data analysis and presentation, scientific writing, and the peer-reviewed publication process. Students become familiar with strengths and weaknesses of important forms of scientific communication, including peerreviewed primary research and review articles, conference presentations (oral and poster), grant proposals and Web sites. Additional topics include the history of scientific inquiry, ethical conduct of scientists, funding sources, and communicating with public audiences. (Offered annually) Prerequisites: One year of SM laboratory science courses or permission of the instructor.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.cazenovia.edu

Phone Number:

(800) 654-3210

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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