UNIV 3285 - Techniques of Research

Students will learn the purpose of research and its value to various disciplines. They will learn and practice finding appropriate sources for a given research question, and will learn research models that will allow them to identify a research topic, narrow the research question, conduct and write a review of literature on the topic/question selected. Additionally, students will learn to formulate hypotheses, develop the research design, collect data, analyze data, and draw conclusions from the data. Students will also learn to write in appropriate reporting formats. This course serves as the basis for the research internship. Course may be repeated for up to 6 hours credit.

Prerequisite(s): Junior standing, 2.75 minimum GPA, enrollment as a McNair Scholar or with the consent of University College dean.

Credit Hours: 3

Term Offered: Summer

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