1 credit
Fall 2026 Distance Learning Upper Division
This course focuses on information strategies for successful research in science, engineering, and technology disciplines. Students will learn about how scholarly information and discipline relevant grey literature (e.g., patents, technical standards) are created, organized, disseminated, retrieved, and managed. In addition, students will learn strategies to critically evaluate information and present their research effectively and ethically.
Learning Outcomes1Compare and contrast various modes and models of publication relevant to science, engineering, and technology disciplines.
2Construct and apply search strategies to retrieve relevant information on science, engineering, and technology related topics, using information resources appropriate to the given task and the type(s) of information sought.
3Critique information to judge whether it is appropriate and applicable to the task at hand.
4Synthesize information from multiple sources in order to produce a clear and effective presentation, citing sources where appropriate.
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made by Purdue students.