<p>Lecture, three hours; discussion, one hour. Basics of scientific communication. How to efficiently survey literature and read scientific papers. Philosophy of scientific writing. Writing literature review, identifying and articulating gap in scientific literature, writing effective introduction that places scientific question in broader context, and crafting proposal. How to give effective presentation. S/U or letter grading.</p>

Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences

Combining rigorous, inclusive pedagogy with opportunities for co-curricular activities—including research, internships, and community engagement—the College provides students with diverse learning experiences that helps them thrive, become critical thinkers, and transform society.

College of Letters and Science

The department offers a broad curriculum in dynamic and synoptic meteorology, atmospheric physics and chemistry, and upper atmosphere and space physics.

General Catalog

Scientific Communication for Atmospheric and Oceanic Scientists

A&O SCI 200D

4 units