BEE 7000 - Orientation to Graduate Study

Fall. 1 credit. S/U grades only.

Enrollment limited to: new graduate students in BEE.

P. Hess.

This course is intended to introduce students to graduate school in Biological and Environmental Engineering. It is intended for first year graduate students although others may find it helpful. It consists of a seminar series and series of classes introducing students to such topics as: how to write a research proposal, how to give a scientific talk, how to get the most out of Cornell resources and time management.

Outcome 1: Write a research proposal.

Outcome 2: Employ the necessary skills to succeed in graduate school.