BIOL 410 - Seminar

Credits: (1)
Students will choose a focused topic in modern biological research, conduct a search for and evaluate primary literature related to the topic, and present a literature review of the topic in an oral presentation. Students will also gain experience receiving and giving feedback on practice presentations. This course provides students an opportunity to develop and practice the critical thinking and communication skills required in science. Lecture only. Required for senior biology majors. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 110 Introduction to Biology I (4) -BIOL 111 Introduction to Biology II (4) . BIOL 450 Undergraduate Research Experience (1-4) and BIHP 471(HONORS) may be substituted for BIOL 410 Seminar with the permission of the department chair. (Fall and Spring)