University of Ontario Institute of Technology
Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science
Graduate Seminar Courses
ENGR 5003G: Seminar
Participation in a program of seminars by internal and external speakers on current research
topics. All MASc students will be required to give a seminar on their thesis research during the
second year of their program.
ENGR 6003G: Seminar
Participation in a program of seminars by internal and external speakers on current research
topics. All PhD students are required to give two seminars on their dissertation research,
typically within the second and final years of their program.
Course Organization
Graduate seminars will be organized each term by a graduate seminar coordinator. Attendance
will be recorded by the coordinator, using the enclosed sign-in sheet. In order to obtain a passing
grade for this course, students must attend a series of these seminars by internal and external
speakers. In addition to the semester when they register for this course, students are also
encouraged to attend the seminars throughout their entire program of study. They will be given
credit for attendance on the sign-up sheet, including terms when not registered for the course.
Course Evaluation
The course evaluation is pass/fail.
Textbook Requirements and Resources
None.
Learning Outcomes
1) Present a research seminar on a significant topic, to an audience of peers and experts.
2) Examine and reflect on contemporary issues and professional and ethical responsibilities
which impact both engineering and society as whole, and their specific area of interest.
3) Appreciate the need, and gain knowledge and skills, to further an education through learning
about other fields of research.
4) Receive and respond to questions, critique and other feedback from peers and experts.
Contact Information
Dr. G. F. Naterer, P.Eng.
Office: ENG 3024
Tel: (905) 721-3111 ext. 2810
Email: greg.naterer@uoit.ca
Academic Integrity and Conduct
UOIT is committed to the fundamental values of preserving academic integrity as defined in
UOIT policies and contained in the UOIT Calendar. Students should familiarize themselves with
UOIT’s policies and statements in this area. Acts of academic dishonesty, including plagiarism
and cheating, will be dealt with severely as they threaten the integrity of the academic system
and are not acceptable.
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Signup Sheet for Graduate Seminars: ENGR 5003G/6003G
(to be completed and returned to Graduate Seminar Coordinator at end of semester)
Seminar Title / Speaker
Date
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Signature: Graduate
Seminar Coordinator