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Scientific Research Ethics
CHEM320 SP

Crosslistings: ASTR320,BIOL320,E&ES310,MATH320,MB&B320,NS&B320,PHYS320

Ethical questions encountered in conducting scientific research are becoming topics of increasing scrutiny by both scientists and nonscientists. The focus of the course will be an examination of the responsible conduct of scientific research through case studies and readings from the scientific literature.

MAJOR READINGS

Macrina, SCIENTIFIC INTEGRITY
Current scientific literature and related press accounts.

EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS

Evaluation will be based on participation in class discussions and weekly written assignments.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and/or COMMENTS

Permission of instructor required. Application forms are available from the Chemistry office. This course is particularly designed for Undergraduate and Graduate students with current or previous experience in a scientific research project. It counts toward major requirements in Chemistry, Physics, and SISP.

COURSE FORMAT: Discussion

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Level: UGRD    Credit: .5    Gen Ed Area Dept: NONE    Grading Mode: Credit/Unsatisfactory   

Prerequisites: NONE

Last Updated on MAR-24-2000


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