GS 183 — Special Topics: Introduction to Research Methods
This course is an introduction to research methods for the STEM major. Competency in designing research problems and conducting experimentation is essential in STEM-related advanced studies and careers in research and industry. Students will gain an understanding of the scientific process and develop scientific information literacy and writing skills. In addition, students will define and research a scientific problem, develop and test hypotheses using experimental protocols, analyze results, and draw conclusions. Students will present their findings in written and oral presentations. This course meets for 30 lecture/discussion hours and 45 laboratory hours per semester. Course fee.