This course is designed to help students explore and begin to prepare for careers in biology and related fields. Soft skills that lead to success will be emphasized, including study techniques, career resources, library research, degree planning, and resume building. Students will also be introduced to the biology faculty and their research interests.
Learning Objectives:
1. Develop a personalized degree-completion plan that reflects a logical plan for completing a biology degree
2. Develop a CV or resume that meets professional standards
3. Demonstrate ability to find primary and secondary sources in biology
4. Demonstrate ability to present logical, informed, and evidence-based solutions to real-world problems
A Short Guide to Writing about Biology by
This best-selling writing guide teaches readers to think as biologists and to express that thinking clearly and concisely through their writing. Emphasizing writing as a means to examining, evaluating, sharing and refining ideas, this text teaches individuals to communicate information accurately, logically, concisely and unambiguously. Comprehensive coverage of how to read and evaluate articles, interpret and describe the results of statistical tests, maintain laboratory and field notebooks, and communicate information concisely and convincingly to professional and general audiences, this book is a must have for any biology student. Individuals who want to pursue a career in the biological sciences.
From Inquiry to Academic Writing: a Text and Reader by
Academic writing is a conversation -- a collaborative exchange of ideas to pursue new knowledge. From Inquiry to Academic Writing: A Text and Reader demystifies cross-curricular thinking and writing by breaking it down into a series of comprehensible habits and skills that students can learn in order to join in. The extensive thematic reader opens up thought-provoking conversations being held throughout the academy and in the culture at large.
Great Jobs for Biology Majors by
GREAT JOBS SERIES ANSWERS THE QUESTION, "WHAT CAN I DO WITH A MAJOR IN . . . ?" Every college major gives students valuable skills and training, perfect for a wide range of careers. The Great Jobs series helps students:Assess talents and skills for a jobExplore a wide range of career optionsTarget the perfect careerPresent college majors as workplace assetsPerfect their job searchAnd much more!
Listed below are some popular biology databases
