GEOL 497 - Senior Research Project

(1 to 3 units)

Working with a faculty member, design and carry forward an independent research project, and report on the status of that project at the end of the semester. Prior approval of advisor is required.

Maximum units a student may earn: 6

Grading Basis: Graded
Offered: Every Fall and Spring

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. summarize current research and critically review the literature pertaining to a research project.
2. articulate in writing or verbally and critically analyze research strategies and results.
3. demonstrate the ability to organize and write a summary of their results for oral or poster presentation at department, regional or national meetings and workshops.
4. summarize current research and critically review the literature pertaining to a research project.
5. articulate in writing or verbally and critically analyze research strategies and results.
6. demonstrate the ability to organize and write a summary of their results for oral or poster presentation at department, regional or national meetings and workshops.

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