Mar 29, 2024  
2018-2019 General/Graduate Catalog - Expires August 2024 
    
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BIOL 210 - Introduction to Writing About Biology


Small groups of students will select a topic in biology, compile the relevant literature, develop a written review, and present the paper to an audience of their peers. The course requires both independent and intensive group work on a semester-long project. Participation in this course is intended for students in the second (sophomore) year. To facilitate informed enrollment decisions by students, topical coverage for each section will be announced and advertised in appropriate venues during the first (freshman) year.

Prerequisites: Successful completion of BIOL 145 - On Being a Biologist  with a grade of ‘C’ or higher and successful completion of either BIOL 107 - Cells, Molecules, and Genes  AND BIOL 108 - Introductory Biology II  with a grade of ‘C’ or higher. Completion of at least two semesters of college-level course work is strongly encouraged.
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
** This is a writing-enhanced course.



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