PTR 650 - Research I

This is the first course in the research series. Under the mentorship of research faculty with expertise on the selected topic, students gain an understanding of the research process by reviewing the literature, identifying a research question, and completing all the steps necessary to answer the question in a scientific manner. In this course, students conduct a comprehensive literature review, develop a written background & significance section of a research proposal, and propose a testable research question and hypotheses based on the current literature.

Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: Successful completion of all prior required PT courses.

Credits: 3