Learn scientific inquiry, literature review, and data analysis for applied sciences.
About this course
This course introduces the fundamentals of scientific inquiry and data analysis for students in applied sciences. You will learn how to find and evaluate scientific literature, form research questions, and use basic statistics to interpret experimental results. The course focuses on practical skills you can use in laboratory settings and further studies.
You will complete a literature review, a data analysis project, and a final research report. These assignments help you build the communication and analytical skills needed for professional practice.
Who takes this course
DLAB 2870 is an elective course. It is open to students in the Medical Laboratory Technology program and other applied science programs who need a research methods foundation.
Credits: 3 · Hours: 45
Prerequisites
None
Learning outcomes
- Identify primary and secondary sources in laboratory science literature.
- Construct a structured research question for an applied science context.
- Apply basic statistical methods to interpret experimental data.
- Draft a formal research report following academic standards.
Evaluation
| Component | Weight (%) |
| Literature review assignment | 25 |
| Mid-term exam | 25 |
| Data analysis project | 30 |
| Final research report | 20 |