The Advanced Individual Study provides Cadets with the unique opportunity to complete a carefully defined question or problem researched over the course of the previous 1.5 to 2 years. Based in research, this problem may be critical, experimental, applied, or creative in nature, and represents an effort to make an original contribution to the field. The research report is a culmination of a research effort that goes beyond normal requirements of the major and represents the Cadet's best work in their discipline. Each report must demonstrate clear critical thinking, a mastery of disciplinary material, clarity in communication of complex ideas, and professionalism in production. Cadets must complete a written final report and present an oral presentation to the faculty and staff, which is satisfied through the Cadet's USMA Projects Day poster presentation. Additionally, Cadets having completed a year of research on one topic would be able to explore another research topic altogether.
Lessons
0 @ 0 min (0.000 Att/wk)
Labs
0 @ 0 min
Special requirements
LESSONS and LABS: Established by consultation between the cadet and his/her faculty advisor. Cadets are expected to perform an average of 120 hours per semester towards completion of the project.
