PB 493

Plant Biology Supervised Undergraduate Research Experience

Section: 001

Course Description

This course provides students with a faculty-supervised research experience in Plant Biology that utilizes campus facilities and resources. A minimum of 45 hours of research activity must be completed for each credit hour earned. A maximum number of three credit hours, equivalent to 135 hours of research activity, may be earned per semester. Students must initiate contact and arrangements for research experience with prospective faculty mentors. To enroll, students are required to submit a completed PB 493 course contract that is approved by the faculty mentor and the Director of Plant Biology Undergraduate Programs. Students must submit a written midterm report and give an oral presentation on their research in addition to completing the tasks specified in the approved contract.