PHYS-7820 (1-3) Topics in Scientific Writing

Teaches strategies used in scientific writing with emphasis on problem statement, audience analysis, and principles of sound argument; reviews and reinforces essential writing skills, stressing the need for careful and strategic revision; provides experience in writing academic and professional communications; presentation skills and proposal writing. Most appropriate for students beginning to write journal articles, Comps II paper, or dissertation chapter. May be repeated for a total of 7 credit hours.