Scientific Writing

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This course focuses on key elements of scientific writing, including grammar, attention to audience, and building a logical argument. Students will develop their writing skills through mock grant applications, reports, and journal articles. Scientific writing will prepare students to be competent technical and professional writers, both for the scientific community and the general public. Students will learn how to construct well researched and organized papers and lab reports that meet proper grammar guidelines. This will include appropriate use of figures and tables in technical communications. Students will also learn how to write technical directions for assembly and use of equipment P: Declared major in Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Geoscience, or Water Science AND WF 100 with a C or better, or WF 164 with a C or better, or ACT English score of 25 or higher, or SAT reading score of 32 or higher. Fall and Spring.