Professional Communication in Science and Technology

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Note: This course is not available for the current semester.

Course No: BIOL.6040; Last Offered: Spring 2022;

Course Description

The course instructs students in developing effective writing and speaking skills required for preparation of publishable scientific manuscripts and presentations. The importance of clear, concise writing style and delivery of presentations to both research, scientists and non-scientists is emphasized. Guest speakers discuss commercialization of technology, intellectual property, and electronic literature searches/citation. Experimental design, statistical analyses, research grant preparation, and poster presentations are also reviewed. Outside readings are used to critically evaluate contemporary issues related to disclosure, conflict of interet, publishing ethics, biosecurity, and electronic science collaborations/team research.

Prerequisites & Notes

  • Prerequisites: Students with a CSCE or UGRD career need permission to take Graduate Level Courses.
  • Special Notes: Students with a CSCE or UGRD career need permission to take Graduate Level Courses.
  • Credits: 3; Contact Hours: 3

Questions About This Course?

Contact the Advising Center at 978-934-2474 or Continuing_Education@uml.edu

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