The goal of the semester project is to use one or more biophysical models discussed in class (or a model similar to models discussed in class) to analyze actual data. In other words, a real–world application of a topic covered in the course. The topic should be of interest to the student, and in the best case, the project will complement the student’s thesis research.
The reports will be graded on a scale of 0 to 100 with points assigned as follows.
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(20 points) Clear statement of: a problem and hypothesis that is relevant to the class; or an objective that is relevant to the class.
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(20 points) Two or more figures of data and/or results.
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(20 points) Appropriate length (not too long, but does provide sufficient details). Recommended length is about ten pages, double–spaced.
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(20 points) Written in a manner that can be understood by an upper–level undergraduate in the physical sciences.
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(10 points) SI units used throughout. Other units used only if a justification is given.
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(10 points) In–class presentation.
– three slides (3 points)
– five minutes or less (3 points)
– problem statement and your hypothesis (2 points)
– revised hypothesis/conclusion (2 points)
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