CHE 4974 - Ethical Practices in Scientific Work

Credits: 0.5

Corequisite(s): CHE 0015 (for ING-BP Students only)

Description: This course explores ethical dilemmas, current ethical standards and practices and their origins, and the sometimes obvious yet nuanced differences in rules and cultures across disciplines. Using case studies, narratives, and articles, the course raises and aspires to answer questions related to the responsible treatment of data, reporting scientific information, responsibilities of the peer review system, conflicts of interest, the relationship of chemistry to society, and the role of the scientist in society.

Note: Students must be participating in the American Chemical Society Post-Baccalaureate Bridge Program (ACS-BP) or Chemical Industry, National, and Government Laboratory Post-Baccalaureate Bridge Program (ING-BP) or require Instructor Permission. For ING-BP Students, CHE 4974 and CHE 0015 are co-requisites and must be taken concurrently.