BIOL 74 – Scientific Communication
All of the course information and materials can be found at the Moodle class website: Moodle Class Page
Course Description:
This course is designed to build and develop skills of scientific communication related to the fields of biotechnology and biomanufacturing. We will learn how to analyze and prepare technical scientific articles, protocols, standard operating procedures, and lab reports. We will also develop skills in presenting data and become familiar with technology and software used for preparing data presentations.
Student Learning Outcomes:
- Interpret, modify, and write laboratory experimental protocols.
- Find information about scientific experimental methods using computer search tools.
- Use computer software to analyze and report experimental data.
- Interpret and critique data presented in figures and tables.
- Understand, log, and write standard operating procedures .
- Convey experimental results, conclusions, and significance via written report.
- Convey experimental results, conclusions, and significance via oral presentation.
- Critique presentations and lab reports for accuracy, thoroughness, clarity, and professionalism.
- Interpret and analyze diverse scientific literature, including scientific news, industry product and trend developments, and research articles.
