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.)

Credits

3 credits

Transfer Status

Transferable to UW

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.