Course Description
Scientific writing techniques, literature retrieval skills, data analysis, and manuscript formatting are utilized in the development of a publishable manuscript to improve students written communication skills. Data obtained during "Problems in Poultry Diseases and Parasites" is expected to be used as subject matter for manuscript writing.
Athena Title
MANUSCRIPT WRITING
Equivalent Courses
Not open to students with credit in AVMD 8160
Prerequisite
Permission of department
Semester Course Offered
Offered summer semester every year.
Grading System
S/U (Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory)
Course Objectives
1. Develop proficiency in literature retrieval techniques in life sciences. 2. Develop proficiency in analysis and presentation of experimental data. 3. Develop the ability to present scientific findings in a written format acceptable for peer reviewed publication.
Topical Outline
A thorough literature search should be completed using the UGA library system or other appropriate means to obtain information previously reported on the subject matter. Using data collected during "Problems in Poultry Diseases and Parasites" or other case studies or scientific research projects, analyze data using statistical analysis where appropriate and formulate appropriate figures or tables to present data in an understandable fashion. Resulting data should be used to write a manuscript suitable for peer reviewed publication in a scientific journal. This will include title, author(s), abstract, introduction, objectives, materials and methods, results, discussion, conclusions, and references.