Attendance matters. As this is an independent study course, it is expected that you put in a minimum of 180 hours or work for the school year.
In-person, daily attendance is not required.
It is your responsibility to keep track of your time.
The grading system is as follows:
10% Deadlines
Student meets deadlines.
40% Journal
Scientific Journal is appropriately maintained. There will be monthly Lab Journal checks on the last Friday of each month.
20% Oral Presentation
Oral Defense of work at lab meetings, conferences, seminars, etc. Also includes the final defense of results.
10% Professionalism
Presence in class, class is run like a job, don't miss work. Presents a polished, professional product and represents the RenzLab.
20% Project
Final written Scientific Paper
You have set deadlines. The expectation is that you meet those deadlines. Check out the Course Outline and Calendar for specific deadlines.