A project based course investigating global and local environmental issues. Students will investigate and synthesize information on topical environmental problems and present the results in class. The primary source of information will be the world wide web so that skills involving the selection, acquisition, filtering and presentation of data together with critical thinking will be stressed. Concepts of system modelling will be introduced using Stella software.
AGRIC 492.3
Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session»Term Paper and Technical Writing Prerequisite(s): For Agricultural Economics students: AG EC 315 (or 310), 342 (or 340) and 361 (or 362). Other students are asked to consult a program advisor in their area of specialization.
The first portion of the course is composed of lectures on writing to be given in the first seven meetings. In the second portion of the course the student will select a topic and be assigned to a professor for supervision. An acceptable typed copy of the term paper must be presented to the department.
AGRIC 493.3
Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session»Team Project in Agricultural Science Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of 75 credit units towards the B.S.A. degree before registration.
Students will be assigned to small, interdisciplinary groups to address a current problem in agriculture. They will work closely with one or more faculty members or professionals in the private or public sectors to prepare a comprehensive written report. A final oral report may be required.
AGRIC 494.6
Registration Info — 2003-2004 Regular Session»Research and Thesis Prerequisite(s): Registered B.S.A. Honours students or special permission from the Head of the supervising department. Factors taken into consideration by departments in granting permission include the student’s academic record, background preparation, research aptitude, availability of an appropriate supervisor, and the resource requirements of the proposed research project.
A project is selected, in consultation with a faculty supervisor, which will provide an opportunity for the student to gain experience in literature review and collection, analysis and interpretation of primary or secondary data. The project results will be presented to the supervising department as a thesis. A seminar presentation is required.
Special Topics
These courses are offered occasionally by visiting
faculty and in other special situations. Students interested in these courses should contact the department for more information.