The topic changes each year. May be taken four times for credit. A course that prepares students for senior research. Research methodology is discussed and students develop a research proposal. An individual field or laboratory research project.
Students develop their own topic and work closely with a faculty member.
Junior or senior status is required. Prior permission of instructor required. Varies with the nature of the topic and may include permission of the instructor. Biological topics of a specialized interdisciplinary nature not otherwise covered in the regular course offerings. Students may take several courses under this number.