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CHEM 489 Directed Research in Chemistry

This is a faculty designed independent study (FDIS) which provides students the opportunity to do independent research in the field of chemistry under the supervision of a resident chemistry faculty member. This course improves students problem solving, analytical, and reasoning skills. At the end of the course, students complete a research report that must be approved by the instructor. The number of credits will be decided by the faculty and the student.

Prerequisites

Special information

Instructor's permission required.
1-5 Undergraduate credits

Effective May 7, 2013 to present

Learning outcomes

General

  • Become familiar with the terminology and literature commonly used in a specific field/area of chemistry.
  • Develop problem solving, numerical/computational, and mathematical skills.
  • Develop a familiarity with the common issues addressed within this field.
  • Demonstrate the conceptual and practical skills necessary to answer questions and solve problems in a specific field/area of chemistry.
  • Receive the necessary background to pursue research interests in related fields.

Fall 2024

Section Title Instructor books eservices
21 Directed Research in Chemistry Dimick Gray, Sarah M Books for CHEM-489-21 Fall 2024 Course details for CHEM-489-21 Fall 2024
22 Directed Research in Chemistry Mensinger, Zack Books for CHEM-489-22 Fall 2024 Course details for CHEM-489-22 Fall 2024

Spring 2025

Section Title Instructor books eservices
21 Directed Research in Chemistry Dimick Gray, Sarah M Books for CHEM-489-21 Spring 2025 Course details for CHEM-489-21 Spring 2025
22 Directed Research in Chemistry Sinville, Rondedrick DeShaun Books for CHEM-489-22 Spring 2025 Course details for CHEM-489-22 Spring 2025