School of Science, Health and Technology
Biology Department
Anthony Udeogalanya, Chairperson
tel. 718.270.6213

 

RESEARCH METHODS, BIO 311


Introduction to the nature of scientific investigation and the skills needed to develop a research problem. Emphasis is placed on reading primary sources of scientific literature, experimental design, data presentation and analysis, and preparation of a literature review in area of interest in science.

TOPICS

1.     The Nature of Science:

    • A. Definitions of Science
    • B. Assumptions Basic to Science
    • C. Scientific Method
    • D. Practice of Science
    • E. Science as a Method for Gaining Truth F. Scientific Laws
    • G. Limits of Science
    • H. Communication in Science/Library Research

2.     The Nature of Biological Research

3.      Experimental Design, Statistical Analysis, Graphing, Presentation and Interpretation of Data

4.     Introduction to Computing as a Tool of Biology

    • Word Processing, Spreadsheets
    • Data Analysis
    • Internet
    • e-Mail
    • World Wide Web
    • Library Searches

5.     Biomedical/Genetic Engineering

6.     Biological Sciences as an Avenue to a Career:

    • A. Teaching
    • B. Research
    • C. Medicine
    • D. Dentistry
    • E. Pharmacy
    • F. Veterinary Medicine/Agriculture

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