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BIOL 413 - Introduction to Scientific Writing

This course introduces students to scientific writing for those intending to publish manuscripts, technical reports, or academic papers in the sciences. Writing techniques, published literature, and student writing examples are presented and evaluated. Students will improve their writing skills and learn to critique published writing samples.

Credits 2
Prerequisites Grade of C or better in each of the following: BIOL 196 , BIOL 197 , CHEM 121 ,CHEM 122  ,ENG 101 , ENG 102  , and MATH 127  or higher and One upper division course from any of the following; BIOL, CHEM, GEOL, PHYS, MATH, and permission of instructor.