1. Having decided upon a concentration, you will study its curriculum in greater detail. Using at least three college catalogs, study the structure and progression in the curriculum including prerequisites for particular subjects, upper division electives, laboratory courses if any, and required supporting studies from other disciplines. Prepare a table or spreadsheet that compares the course content of these programs (I can provide a model for this spreadsheet if needed). Record only required courses on the spreadsheet. Prepare a separate list of electives that you find interesting or potentially useful. From this comparison, you will identify specific studies that represent a consensus curriculum for the field