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CHEM 391

Technical Writing Using Chemical Literature

Chemistry and Biochemistry College of Physical and Mathematical Sciences

Course Description

Intensive technical writing course based on chemical literature sources.

When Taught

Fall and Winter

Grade Rule

Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)

Min

3

Fixed

3

Fixed

3

Fixed

0

Note

Fulfills GE Advanced Writing requirement.

Title

Communicate Results

Learning Outcome

Communicate the results of scientific experiments in oral reports, technical graphics, and written reports.

Title

Research Literature

Learning Outcome

Search the chemical literature for published works relevant to a project of interest, and to read and understand technical literature related to the discipline.

Title

Apply Classroom Knowledge in Research Laboratory

Learning Outcome

Draw on classroom knowledge to contribute to solutions of problems encountered in a research laboratory.

Title

Post-Graduate Opportunities

Learning Outcome

Make informed choices among post-graduate opportunities for work or further education.

Title

Ethics

Learning Outcome

Understand professional and scientific ethics.