MG4591S Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Will the DNA fingerprinting course fit my schedule?
A: If you have a typical class load the answer is very likely yes.
Q: What do I have to do?
A: Attend a training workshop- one evening early in the quarter Be a mentor at 8 sessions in the schools. Come to a feedback session- one evening at the end of the quarter.
Q: What days are the workshops held?
A: Every year this is different because the schools and the teachers change as does the CPS calendar. So no fixed dates are known until the beginning of the semester. But we always schedule workshops for every day of the week- so for example if you have Wednesday AM and Thursday PM free you will be able to pick two days and probably complete your session requirement at the high schools in two days! This is because you can sign up for multiple classes in a single day.
Q: What times are the workshops?
A: These fit the school schedule and run from about 7.30AM to 2.30PM. Typically we give 7 workshops- one each period. Occasionally there are two concurrent sessions if the school has multiple biology teachers and classes.
Q: Do you think I will be able to fulfill the requirements?
A: Yes, we have yet to have a student who could not complete the requirements. There are also prep sessions that count towards the requirement and these are held in the evening to prepare reagents for the classes.
Q: Do I need a car?
A: No, we car pool and you will be able to get a ride with a fellow student.