This course is intended to expose you to a broad cross-section of current advances in geologic research, to provide a grounding in the literature in fields where you may choose a thesis topic, and to hone your literature research skills. Students learn about a broad cross section of current research in geosciences as a grounding in formulating graduate research theses. Students learn library tools and familiarity with professional geoscience journals, including geologic and geophysical maps in journals and as serial collections. Students can critically read research articles on topics in geology, both within and outside of their area of specialization. Students can critically read research articles on topics in geology, both within and outside of their area of specialization.
Students can give a clear and organized scientific presentation.
Students can write a concise 1-2 page summary of a research article. Students can effectively edit and evaluate their own and peers' writing and presentation. Students develop intellectual independence. Weekly presentations of topical research papers from the modern literature as assigned. Presentations should utilize figures, maps, diagrams and resource text books as needed.