FER 2100 - Reading and Writing in Fermentation Sciences (2)

When Offered: Fall
Reading and Writing in Fermentation Sciences will introduce students to scientific literature in the field of fermentation sciences. The class will cover concepts of approaching peer-reviewed papers and extracting important information from the texts. Students will also learn to write literature summaries and review papers. The objectives are to learn how to read efficiently, synthesize technical information from scientific literature, and to write for a technical, scientific audience. The course will prepare students for reading and writing assignments they will encounter in upper-level classes, improve their critical thinking skills, and increase their understanding of theoretical content in fermentation related fields.