Overview
• The CNR Graduate Research Certificate (GRC) was developed by Provost Larry Nielsen during his tenure as dean of the College of Natural Resources to provide graduate students with skills   and knowledge to initiate, conduct, and report research projects successfully when they become scientists or researchers in industry, government, and academia. The GRC provides a comprehensive introduction into four major areas of the research process; Research Administration and Grant-getting, Personnel Management and Job Placement, Research Ethics, and Communication Skills. Graduate students acquire some of the needed skills and knowledge informally during their studies, the GRC program assures systematic coverage provided by noted experts. The program will make CNR students leadership-ready as they advance to the research workplace. All graduate students advised by faculty members holding an appointment in the College of Natural Resources are eligible for the certificate.

Attendance Policy
• PRT 810G, FOR810G, and WPS810G will be offered on Mondays from 3-5 p.m. on the days listed below. All students are expected to attend and be on time to class. If you are not present for a minimum of 85% of the seminars/lectures/presentations you will not receive the 7 units toward GRC or the 1 credit toward graduation.
 
Academic Integrity
• All students are expected to be familiar with and adhere to the guidelines of the University Code of Student Conduct. The Code can be found on the Web at:
http://www2.ncsu.edu/prr/student_services/student_conduct/POL445.00.1htm

Contact Information
Ines Palacios

GRC Program Coordinator
3026 Biltmore Hall
grccoordinator@ncsu.edu

Fall 2007 Course Schedule