Science Writing I

Intensive introduction to science writing. Overview of the purpose of scientific and medical publications, peer review, and criteria for inclusion in the literature. Students will focus upon the development of written arguments, discussion of data, and interpretation/analysis. Course will culminate in production and review of a grant proposal, clinical care plan, clinical trial proposal, environmental impact plan, resource management proposal, etc., in an area aligned with the student’s career aspirations.
Prerequisites: EN 102, COM 101, BI 307, BI 307L or ENV 201 and ENV 201L or permission of instructor