This course provides for the independent study of a current topic in agricultural or environmental science designed to encourage senior undergraduates to conduct research. The course includes participation in meetings organized by the coordinator and working with a faculty advisor to develop a research project, formulate hypotheses, and conduct a thorough literature search related to the proposed work. Students will carry out independent library research, potentially conduct preliminary research, prepare a written research proposal and make a presentation to other students on the research plan and preliminary results, if applicable. Students should make arrangements with both the faculty advisor and the course coordinator at least one semester before starting the course. The course will normally be followed by AGR*4460 to provide 2 semesters to complete the research project.
This course provides for the independent study of a current topic in agricultural or environmental science designed to encourage senior undergraduates to conduct research. The course includes participation in meetings organized by the coordinator and working with a faculty advisor to develop a research project, formulate hypotheses, and conduct a thorough literature search related to the proposed work. Students will carry out independent library research, potentially conduct preliminary research, prepare a written research proposal and make a presentation to other students on the research plan and preliminary results, if applicable. Students should make arrangements with both the faculty advisor and the course coordinator at least one semester before starting the course. The course will normally be followed by AGR*4460 to provide 2 semesters to complete the research project.
