College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics
Chemistry MS
Student Learning Outcomes
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Demonstrate in-depth knowledge and an understanding of scientific questions in a primary area of expertise in the chemical and biochemical sciences and place the thesis research in the context of the current state of knowledge of the field.
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Appropriately employ models, theories, mathematical relationships and symbolic notations that are used to represent and test knowledge in the chemical and biochemical sciences.
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Demonstrate an awareness of the diversity and interdisciplinary nature of the chemical and biochemical sciences and a competent understanding of the fundamental principles in related disciplinary fields through participation in coursework, seminars and group meetings.
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Employ the principles of safe practices and ethical use of scientific knowledge, materials and procedures.
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Demonstrate mastery of fundamental and advanced instrumentation and techniques used in his/her disciplinary field of chemistry and biochemistry.
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Analyze, interpret, and retrieve data from the primary and review literature, to develop critical thinking and problem solving skills for raising and addressing scientific question(s).
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Demonstrate the ability to generate and collect data and information through designing and safely testing original hypothesis using contemporary methods and techniques.
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Work independently and cooperatively on an original research project to collect, interpret, analyze, organize, and present high quality data for an original thesis.
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Effectively communicate ideas, concepts, results and conclusions from the original research project in a written thesis, oral defense and poster presentations.
