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GSCI 410 - Scientific and Technical Writing in the Geosciences

2023-2024 Catalog Year

Credit(s): 3
Lecture: 2
Non-Lecture: 2


An overview of current conventions and practices used in scientific and technical writing in the geosciences. The focus of the course will be on reading, writing, and critiquing various forms of scientific and technical writing for the purpose of assisting students in preparation for professional papers. In addition to appropriate aspects of language use and style, principles of preparing figures and tables will be discussed. The course is designed to help students develop the knowledge and skills to: 1) write in an accurate, precise, clear, concise, and effective style appropriate for their intended audience; and 2) recognize and rectify writing problems in their own work and in that of others.

Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): GSCI 301  
Repeatable: Not repeatable
Offered: Not on a Regular Basis





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