Collaborative write-ups will be turned in for all laboratory assignments during the following laboratory period. Satisfactory scores must be obtained on all write-ups to obtain a final grade.
A research topic, involving a collaborative effort of two students, will be selected during the initial class periods. The student groups will review the literature on the selected topic, write a report consisting of approximately 2,000 words, and present a review to the class in the form of a 15 minute seminar. The preferred presentation method for the seminar will be to utilize the latest computer technology. Further details will be presented in class.