Microcredential - CURE Research Presentation

DESCRIPTION
This Microcredential recognizes students who have participated in a Course-Based Undergraduate Research Experience (CURE) and successfully presented their research findings to peers. It demonstrates the student’s ability to engage in authentic scientific inquiry, analyze and interpret data, and effectively communicate results in a professional setting.

Instruction Method
In person

Skills Acquired

• Experimental design
• Scientific presentation

Courses to Be Completed
To earn this credential, the following courses must be successfully completed:

Course Names and Codes

• BIOL 1103 Introduction to Biotechnology
• BIOL 2534 Cell Biology
• BIOL 2324 Genetics
• BOTY 1614 Plant Biology
• ENSC 2921 Undergraduate Research I
• ENSC 2931 Undergraduate Research II

Durable Skills Awarded

• Critical thinking

 

Prerequisites
Depending on course, range from none to:

• BIOL 1544 Principles of Biology
• CHEM 1104 College Chemistry I

 

 

Credits Earned
5–12 academic credits towards associate degree

 

 

Shortest Time to Completion
4 months

 

 

Industry Certification for Which the Student Becomes Eligible
None currently