GEOG 2950 Research In:
This course provides an introductory level opportunity for students to design and conduct a field- or lab-based research project in anthropology, environmental science, human or physical geography, and/or applied geospatial science. The student will work with a faculty mentor to conduct a foundational literature review, discuss principles of scientific research and project design, perform supervised data collection and analysis, and present their work. Specific research topics will vary. (3 lect.)
Major Topics
- Literature review
- Scientific research and project design
- Field, lab, or literature-based research and data collection
- Data analysis
- Scientific communication and presentation skills
Outcomes
In order to successfully complete this course, the student will:
1. Summarize recommended literature relevant to the project.
2. Design a field- or lab-based research project in anthropology, environmental science, human or physical geography, and/or applied geospatial science.
3. Conduct supervised field- or lab-based research and data collection.
4. Analyze data using a geographic information system and/or other appropriate statistical methodologies and programs.
5. Present scientific results via a mentored oral presentation, online summary, and/or scientific paper.