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Course Description

EEH 697 Independent Study PhD

1-9 credits, can only register for a maximum of 6 credits/semester, Fall/Winter/Spring/Summer Semesters

Prerequisite: Permission of instructor

For PhD students with special interests not satisfied through the formal course work, there is an opportunity to pursue independent study under the direction of a faculty member.

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