Research Project in Science
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Overview
Subject area
SCI
Catalog Number
299
Course Title
Research Project in Science
Department(s)
Description
Research Project in Science is a capstone Independent Study Course designed for students pursuing the A.S. Degree in Liberal Arts & Sciences. The goal of this course is to develop a student's scientific curiosity and inquiry as a catalyst for discovery. Students will participate in a weekly Intro to STEM Research Seminar aimed at giving them exposure to the many possible science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) careers, both in and outside of academia. In addition, the students will meet with their assigned faculty to discuss research methods weekly and will be assigned research-based projects aimed at developing needed research methods skills. Students will also be encouraged to engage in authentic undergraduate research opportunities. Note: This course is for students fulfilling capstone requirements for the A.S. Degree in Liberal Arts & Sciences.
Typically Offered
All Terms
Academic Career
Undergraduate
Liberal Arts
Yes
Credits
Minimum Units
3
Maximum Units
3
Academic Progress Units
3
Repeat For Credit
No
Components
Name
Research
Hours
3
Requisites
036008