Top 10 Examples of Title Pages for Lab Report
A lab report is a form of technical writing used to present data and describe experimental or observational work. When writing lab reports, authors must include an overview of the experiment or observation and how it was done.
A good lab report includes the title page, sometimes referred to as the cover page. It sets the tone for your work and should be done well.
What Does a Title Page Contain?
The title page contains the following information.
- Title of experiment
- Your name and the names of other lab partners, if any.
- Course number and name, semesters offering the course
- Instructor’s name
- Date the experiment was performed.
- Abstract (optional)
- Keywords (optional)
- Running head (optional)
How to Write a Title for a Lab Report
To write a good title for a lab report, follow these steps.
- List the variables in your experiment or observation. In other words, identify what they are and how they relate to the topic of the lab report. For example: “The Relationship between Temperature and Distance Traveled.”
- Separate your variables with dashes. For example: “The Relationship Between -Temperature and Distance Traveled.”
- Use an active voice for your title. It will be more direct and engaging to readers.
- Check for spelling and grammar errors. A title page with poor editing will reflect poorly on your work.
- Keep your variables short and descriptive.
- Make your title exciting or intriguing to read. Include something new or groundbreaking about your experiment or observation in the title to make readers want to
Examples of good titles for a lab report
Here are some good examples of titles for a lab report.
- The Relationship Between Distance Traveled and Temperature Changes on Velocity
- The Effect of Stresses on the Strength of Structures
- The Effects of Structure Materials on Thermal Conductivity
- Measurement of Ionic Radii Using Ion Exchange Chromatography
- Evaluation of Resistance in Electrical Conductors
How to Format a Title Page of a Lab Report.
To format a title page of a lab report, here are the guidelines one should use:
- The title should be bold.
- The title is written in headline capitalization.
- All the text on the title page is aligned in the center and double-spaced.
- Font type and size should be the same as the rest of the paper.
- Usually, after the title, leave 3 to 4 lines before adding the other information, which includes your name, class, instructor’s name and date.
Ten Good Examples of Title Pages for Reports:
Example 1
Title of Paper: Effect of substrate composition on polyp extension rate in Stichodactyla haddoni (black sea anemone)
Author’s Name and Affiliation: Amanda Dewayne, Mississippi College
Course Number/name/semesters: Biology 204, Fall 2010
Instructor’s Name: Martha Zietz
Date: October 30, 2010
Example 2
Title of Paper: A study on the effects of carbon dioxide concentrations during routine laboratory operations
Author’s Name and Affiliation: Brandon Cudmore, Eastern Michigan University
Course Number/name/semesters: Biology 191 lab section 1B fall 2009
Instructor’s name: Dr. Beltz
Date of Paper: March 6, 2009
Example 3
Title of Paper: An investigation into the effects of three different substrates on the growth rate and size of juvenile red-eared sliders, Trachemys scripta elegans
Author’s Name and Affiliation: Megumi Watanabe, University of Colorado at Colorado Springs
Course Number/name/semesters: ENVR-Environmental Sciences, Fall 2010
Instructor’s Name: Dr. Cantu
Date of Paper: November 14, 2012
Example 4
Title of Paper: Effects of four types of algal diets on the growth, body composition and feeding rates of baby greenside darters Etheostoma grahami.
Author’s Name and Affiliation: Jessica M. O’Rourke, Memphis State University
Course Number/name/semesters: Biology 191 lab section 2A spring 2011
Instructor’s Name: Dr. Wharton
Date of Paper: May 5, 2011
Example 5
Title of Paper: A study on the effects of water velocity and substrates on concentrations of suspended sediment particles in a laboratory setting.
Author’s Name and Affiliation: Cindy Loy, University of Colorado at Colorado Springs
Course Number/name/semesters: ENVR 120-Environmental Sciences, Fall 2009
Instructor’s Name: Dr. Cantu
Date of Paper: November 14, 2012
Example 6
Title of Paper: The effect of feeding frequency on the growth rate and body composition of juvenile bluegill Lepomis macrochirus
Author’s Name and Affiliation: Julie C. Pesch, Memphis State University
Course Number/name/semesters: Biology 191 lab section 2A spring 2011
Instructor’s Name: Dr. Wharton
Date of Paper: May 5, 2011
Example 7
Title of Paper: Risk assessment based on a contaminated site
Author’s Name and Affiliation: Maureen Pynn, University of Colorado at Colorado Springs
Course Number/name/semesters: Biology 191 lab section 2C fall 2009
Instructor’s name: Dr. Beltz
Date of Paper: December 18, 2009
Example 8
Title of Paper: A study on the effects of water velocity, surface area, and substrate on the concentration of suspended sediment particles in a laboratory setting
Author’s Name and Affiliation: Susan King, Memphis State University
Course Number/name/semesters: Biology 191 lab section 2A spring 2011
Instructor’s Name: Dr. Wharton
Date of Paper: May 5, 2011
Example 9
Title of Paper: The effects of four levels of dissolved oxygen on growth and survival rates in laboratory cultured larval fathead minnows (Pimephales promelas)
Author’s Name and Affiliation: Stephanie Koss, Memphis State University
Course Number/name/semesters: Biology 191 lab section 2A spring 2011
Instructor’s Name: Dr. Wharton
Date of Paper: May 5, 2011
Example 10
Title of Paper: The effects of four different types of food on the growth and behavior of juvenile redear sunfish (Lepomis microlophus)
Author’s Name and Affiliation: Mary Preuss, Memphis State University
Course Number/name/semesters: Biology 191 lab section 2C fall 2009
Instructor’s Name: Dr. Beltz
Date of Paper: December 18, 2009
Tips for Writing a Successful Title Page
- Readers should get the gist of your experiment or observation based on your lab report title.
- Ideally, you will include all variables in the title so that readers know what they are getting when they read the rest of your work.
- Make your title specific so that readers can understand what it is about.
- Write the title concisely so that it is easy to read.
- Write the title in the past tense.
- Use an active voice for a more impactful title.
- Before publishing, make sure to double-check your title for spelling and grammar errors. A poorly edited title page will reflect poorly on your work.
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