Credits: .5 credits (S/N only)

Prerequisites: Open to graduate students, faculty and staff of the Graduate Program in Neuroscience

Time:  Tuesday, 12:00pm-1:30pm

Place:  4-101 Nils Hasselmo Hall

Course Description:   This course provides information that falls outside of the classic neuroscience academic curriculum. The content specifically targets areas of practical value for success in graduate school and career development.
One third of the course presents a range of topics that might be subtitled "survival skills". These classes are designed to improve your ability to make best use of your time and to improve your long range planning as you progress through the graduate program.
Good writing is a cornerstone skill in science. To help you sharpen your abilities in this area, another third of the course is devoted to this topic. Some Writing Skills sessions are related to writing assignments in the Neuroscience core coursework or the preliminary exams for the Graduate Program. These sessions include writing assignments that will be discussed and evaluated during class time.
 Understanding the responsibilities incumbent on anyone engaging in a career in science is essential. As graduate students, your level of responsibility is virtually the same as that of faculty members and, even where differences exist, now is the time to learn what your advisors must know and what you will be expected to know once you graduate. Sessions on responsible conduct in research (RCR) have been incorporated into this course to fully acquaint you with this critical subject.

Grading:
The class is graded S/N. To receive a Satisfactory grade students must meet the following criteria:

Attendance	Mandatory for all RCR sessions, otherwise one absence per semester
Class Participation	Active participation is expected
Course Evaluations	Thoughtful course critiques are valued and expected

Students for whom course is intended: The course is required for first and second year Neuroscience graduate students. Responsible Conduct in Research sessions are open to all students, staff and faculty of the Graduate Program in Neuroscience.