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1. What Is The Importance Of English Proficiency For CPB Graduate Students?
Developing strong English proficiency and scientific writing skills is crucial for graduate students in Comparative Pathobiology (CPB). The major professor is responsible for helping students develop satisfactory scientific writing abilities. International students acting as teaching assistants must pass the Oral English Proficiency Program (OEPP) to be certified for classroom instruction. Students not certified by the OEPP must complete ENGL 62000. These requirements emphasize the importance of clear communication in academic and professional settings.
2. How Do CPB Graduate Students Register For Courses Each Semester?
CPB graduate students register for courses each semester with guidance from the CPB Graduate Program Coordinator. The coordinator sends draft Form 23s to students via email. Students then consult with their major professor to select courses. Once the student and major professor approve the completed draft form, it is returned to the CPB Graduate Program Coordinator via email for final processing. This ensures proper course selection and adherence to program requirements.
3. What Should A CPB Student Do To Drop Or Add A Course?
To drop or add a course after registration, CPB students should consult the CPB Graduate Program Coordinator for assistance. The Schedule Revision Dates Calendar on the Registrar’s website provides important deadlines. The coordinator guides students through the necessary steps to modify their course schedule, ensuring compliance with university policies.
4. What Are The Required Courses For All CPB Graduate Students?
All CPB graduate students must complete several required courses:
- CPB 69700 Research Seminar.
- Ethics Course (e.g., GRAD 61200).
- Graduate Level Statistics Course (e.g., STAT 50300).
These courses provide a comprehensive foundation in research methodologies, ethical standards, and statistical analysis, all essential for success in the CPB program.
5. What Are The Objectives Of The CPB 69700 Research Seminar?
The CPB 69700 Research Seminar has four main objectives:
- Providing a forum for presentation and discussion of current CPB research projects.
- Developing oral presentation skills of CPB graduate students.
- Presenting current topics in the area of Pathobiology.
- Presenting topics of special interest concerning research techniques and methodologies.
This seminar is designed to enhance students’ research acumen and presentation abilities.
6. What Are The CPB Seminar Presentation Guidelines?
CPB graduate students present a 30-minute seminar annually after their first year. The presentation should include a 5-minute overview, 15-20 minutes for the presentation itself, and 5-10 minutes for questions and discussion. The seminar title and abstract are due to the Department Head’s Secretary at least 10 days before the presentation. Proper credit must be given for the use of others’ ideas and data. Written evaluations are completed by attendees, providing feedback to the presenter.
7. What Ethical Course Must CPB Students Take?
All CPB students are expected to take an ethics course. GRAD 61200, a one-credit 8-week course, is offered each fall and spring semester. Additional courses must be cleared through the CPB Graduate Program Coordinator. This ensures that students are well-versed in ethical considerations related to their research.
8. What Does It Mean To Receive An Incomplete Grade?
An incomplete grade indicates that work was interrupted by unavoidable absence or other causes beyond a student’s control. The work must have been passing at the time of interruption, and completion should not require repeating the course. The instructor must file a form stating the reasons for the grade and what the student needs to do to achieve a permanent grade. The student has one year to complete the course; otherwise, the incomplete grade reverts to a failing grade.
9. What Is The Procedure For A Student Receiving An Incomplete Grade?
A student receiving an incomplete grade should immediately contact their instructor to arrange completion. The student initiates the process to change the grade, with assistance from the CPB Graduate Program Coordinator, who provides a Registrar’s Form 350. Timely action is essential to avoid a failing grade, which can negatively impact the GPA.
10. What Are The Rules Regarding Final Exams And Dead Week?
Exams and quizzes are not to be given during the last week of classes, known as dead week. Students with more than two finals in one day can reschedule any examination in excess of two. Students facing a direct exam conflict can reschedule either examination. More information is available on the university’s student regulations website.
11. How Does A Student Maintain Academic Eligibility In CPB?
Each CPB student must maintain a 3.0 cumulative GPA. For courses graded as S or P, only these grades are acceptable. Students may need to repeat a course in which an unsatisfactory grade is earned. Grades of I and U are reviewed by the Graduate Studies Committee. A second U grade may result in termination of the graduate program.
12. What Is The Purpose Of The Graduate Advisory Committee?
The graduate advisory committee supports the student throughout their graduate program. It consists of the student’s major professor (chair) and at least two other members for an MS committee, or three other members for a PhD committee. 51% of committee members must have regular graduate faculty appointments. The committee should be established by the end of the second semester for MS students and the third semester for PhD students.
13. How Often Does The Graduate Advisory Committee Meet?
The graduate advisory committee is required to meet annually, and the meeting must be reported on CPB GSC Form 6. These meetings provide crucial guidance and support to students, ensuring they are on track to meet their academic goals.
14. What If A Committee Member Lacks A Regular Graduate Faculty Appointment?
If a committee member lacks a regular graduate faculty appointment, a special graduate faculty appointment is required. The student must provide the member’s CV, so the CPB Graduate Program Coordinator can request a special graduate faculty appointment from the Graduate School.
15. What Is The Electronic Plan Of Study (EPOS)?
The electronic plan of study (EPOS) is formulated with the help of the advisory committee at its first meeting. The student follows the instructions in the How to Use the Plan of Study System to create the EPOS in myPurdue. S and P-graded courses cannot be listed on the EPOS, but thesis research credits count toward the total required credits. No more than six credits of 30000 or 40000 level courses can be listed.
16. How Is The EPOS Approved?
After creating the EPOS, the student saves it in DRAFT form and has the advisory committee sign the Plan of Research and Plan of Study Approval Form to approve the EPOS draft. The student then brings the draft EPOS and approval form to the CPB Graduate Program Coordinator for CPB Graduate Studies Committee approval. After this, the coordinator contacts the student to submit the EPOS in final form for electronic approval.
17. What Is The Purpose Of A Qualifying Examination?
A qualifying examination may be required to determine student placement, ability to write effectively, and ability to continue in the graduate program. Not all sections require the qualifying examination. It serves as an assessment of the student’s preparedness for graduate-level work.
18. Who Is Responsible For Thesis Preparation Costs?
The student is responsible for the cost of thesis preparation. Before writing the thesis, the student must consult the Graduate School Thesis/Dissertation Information Page. All MS thesis and PhD students are required to submit the thesis electronically.
19. What Manuscript Requirements Are There For MS And PhD Degrees?
In addition to the thesis, at least one manuscript is required for both the MS thesis and PhD degrees. The manuscript should relate to a portion of the student’s thesis research and must be certified by the major professor as suitable for publication. The certified manuscript should be submitted to the CPB Department Head no later than the time that the report of the final examination is submitted.
20. How Is Plagiarism Prevented In Thesis Preparation?
Before the thesis is submitted electronically to the Graduate School, preferably before the thesis defense, the major professor should use Ithenticate to ensure that the thesis is original and not plagiarized. This step ensures academic integrity.
21. How Is Graduate Student Progress Reviewed Annually?
The Graduate Studies Committee reviews each graduate student’s progress annually in the spring semester. The CPB GSC Form 1 is completed by the student’s major professor and submitted to the CPB Graduate Program Coordinator. The committee’s recommendations are submitted on CPB GSC Form 2 to the Department Head for approval, then discussed with the student. The signed form is returned to the CPB Graduate Program Coordinator and maintained in the student’s file.
22. What Criteria Are Used To Consider An MS Bypass Request?
The CPB Graduate Studies Committee considers an MS bypass request based on the following criteria:
- Academic Performance: Completion of at least 10 credit hours of formal coursework with examinations, a cumulative GPA of 3.25 (excluding seminar and special problem courses), and at least two courses outside the PVM.
- Performance in Independent Research: Proof of written communication skills through publications, research progress reports, or research grant applications. Oral communication skills are assessed based on seminars and scientific meetings.
- Performance in Teaching or Other Service Responsibilities: Quality and quantity of performance in teaching or other service areas, based on a written assessment by each supervisor.
23. What Should Be Submitted To Initiate An MS Bypass?
To initiate an MS bypass, the major professor submits the following to the CPB Graduate Program Coordinator: a request for bypass memo addressing the criteria listed above as well as funding source; an up-to-date transcript from Purdue; the student’s plan of research; and copies of transcripts from previous universities attended.
24. When Can A Student Take The PhD Preliminary Examination?
A student can take the preliminary examination once their electronic plan of study is approved by the Graduate School and they have satisfactorily completed most of their formal coursework. The examination must be taken two full semesters before graduation.
25. What Are The Requirements For The Preliminary Examining Committee?
The preliminary examining committee must consist of a minimum of three members of the graduate faculty who need not be faculty members with whom the student has taken coursework. All members of the examining committee are to be notified of the scheduled examination.
26. What Happens If A Student Has Been Inactive For Five Years Or More?
A preliminary examination passed by a student whose graduate study and/or professional activity has been inactive for five years or more is invalid. This ensures that the student’s knowledge is current.
27. What Are The Options For Administering The Preliminary Examination?
There are two options for administering the preliminary examination:
- Written and Oral Examinations.
- Written Research Proposal and Oral Examination.
The student’s advisory committee decides which exam format is appropriate.
28. What Does The Written And Oral Examination Option Involve?
The Written and Oral Examination option involves:
- Written Examination: Each committee member provides questions on relevant topics. The exam may be open or closed book. The student submits answers to the major professor, and the exam sections are evaluated by the respective committee members.
- Oral Examination: Each committee member questions the student on the topics in the written examination. The student passes with a majority vote.
29. What Happens If A Student Fails The Oral Exam?
If the student fails the oral exam, they may be allowed to reschedule the written and/or oral examination in consultation with the advisory committee. Alternatively, the committee may recommend dismissal from the Ph.D. program or changing the program to a thesis MS. If the student fails the examination on the second attempt, similar recommendations may be made.
30. What Does The Written Research Proposal And Oral Examination Option Involve?
The Written Research Proposal and Oral Examination option involves:
- Grant Proposal: The topic should differ significantly from the student’s thesis research. The proposal should be 10 pages in length, reflecting the student’s understanding and scientific creativity.
- Oral Examination: The student gives a 25-45-minute presentation on the grant proposal. Each committee member questions the student on the proposal. The student passes with a majority vote.
31. What Are The Formatting Requirements For The Research Proposal?
The research proposal should use Arial, Helvetica, Palatino Linotype, or Georgia typeface, a black font color, and a font size of 11 points or larger. Use standard paper size (8 ½” x 11) with at least one-half-inch margins. Figures may use a smaller type size but must be legible. The header should include the student’s full name and major professor’s name, and the footer should include page numbers.
32. What Sections Should Be Included In The Research Proposal?
The research proposal should include the following sections:
- Title and Abstract (1 page).
- Research Plan (9 pages):
- Specific Aims (1 page).
- Research Strategy (6 pages).
- Significance.
- Innovation.
- Approach.
- References Cited (2 pages).
33. What If The Student Fails The Oral Exam For The Research Proposal?
If the student fails the oral exam for the research proposal, they may be allowed to reschedule the written and/or oral examination in consultation with the advisory committee. Alternatively, the committee may recommend dismissal from the Ph.D. program or changing the program to a thesis MS. A second failed attempt may result in similar recommendations.
34. What Is The Procedure For Continuing In The PhD Program After The MS Degree?
If a CPB student wants to continue in the PhD program after receiving the MS degree, they must submit the following to the CPB Graduate Studies Committee:
- A request to continue in the PhD program.
- An updated plan of study.
- A letter of support from the major professor.
- Any other relevant materials.
The CPB Graduate Studies Committee makes a recommendation to the CPB Department Head, who decides whether the student may continue.
35. What Policies Govern Research In Absentia And Absence From Campus Duty?
Policies pertaining to research in absentia and absence from campus duty are included in the Graduate School’s Policies and Procedures Manual. The CPB Business Office and the CPB Graduate Program Coordinator cooperate to ensure the student follows procedures and registers appropriately.
36. What Requirements Must Be Satisfied For An Advanced Degree?
The Graduate School requires that each student being awarded an advanced degree has satisfied the following requirements:
- All courses listed on the approved plan of study must be completed satisfactorily (grade of “C” or higher).
- A minimum of 30 registration credits for the MS degree and 90 registration credits for the PhD degree are required.
37. What Are The Time Limits For Completion Of MS And PhD Degree Programs?
Students are ordinarily expected to complete all requirements for the thesis MS degree within three years. PhD students continuing after the MS degree typically take an additional three years to complete the PhD. At the end of six years, the CPB Graduate Studies Committee will routinely recommend that any uncompleted Ph.D. program be terminated unless mitigating circumstances are apparent. The maximum time for completion of the PhD program is eight years.
38. What Graduate Student Representative Positions Are Available In CPB?
The CPB Department has two graduate student representative positions:
- A representative who attends the CPB faculty meetings as well as the Purdue Graduate Student Government meetings.
- A representative of the CPB Graduate Studies Committee.
Each representative generally serves a two-year term and may be reappointed for an additional term.
39. What Are The Laboratory Safety Regulations?
Rigorous University regulations govern laboratory safety and practice, administered by the Radiological and Environmental Management (REM) unit. These regulations affect the acquisition, use, storage, and disposal of hazardous chemicals, radioisotopes, and biohazardous materials. Each new graduate student must read the REM Chemical Hygiene Plan and Hazardous Materials Safety Manual online and complete the Purdue Chemical Hygiene Plan Awareness Certification form.
40. How Are Sharps And Laboratory Gloves Disposed Of?
Broken glass, needles, scalpel blades, and other “sharps” must be sealed in a marked box for disposal by the custodial staff. Laboratory gloves made of nitrile, latex, or similar materials are considered medical waste and must be disposed of as biomedical waste (e.g. biohazard bag). They should never be thrown in the routine trash.
41. How Can Information Regarding Human Research Subjects Or Experimental Animals And Facilities Be Obtained?
To obtain information regarding human research subjects or experimental animals and facilities:
- Go to http://www.purdue.edu/faculty_staff_handbook/.
- Click on Research Policies.
- Click on the relevant section.
42. What Is The Purdue Animal Care And Use Committee (PACUC)?
The Purdue Animal Care and Use Committee (PACUC) oversees the use of vertebrate animals at Purdue University. To be approved to work with vertebrate animals, an Animal Use Qualification Form must be on file.
43. What Are The Steps To Be Approved To Work With Vertebrate Animals?
The steps to be approved to work with vertebrate animals include:
- Completing the Animal Use Qualification Form.
- Completing relevant Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI) online modules.
- Being listed on an approved protocol application.
44. Who Can Submit Protocol Applications?
Protocol applications / Amendments to Protocol Applications may only be submitted by faculty or senior research scientists/associates (Principal Investigators – PIs). PIs must list all personnel who will be working with vertebrate animals as part of their research, teaching, or testing activities.
45. Who Should Questions Regarding Business And Procedure Matters Be Directed To?
Questions regarding attendance, vacation and terminal leave, payroll, medical insurance, social security and income taxes, and purchasing should be directed to the appropriate section of the Business Office.
- Human Resources, LYNN 1229
- Procurement and Purchasing, LYNN 1230
- Accounting, LYNN 1204
- Business Manager, LYNN 1202
46. Where Can Graduate School Forms Be Submitted?
Graduate School forms are now submitted through myPurdue.
47. What Online Resources Are Available To Graduate Students?
The graduate school’s online resource fair consists of services available to graduate students. https://www.purdue.edu/gradschool/admitted/orientation/resource-fair.php
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