Courses

NEUR 240 Neuroscience I

This course begins by exploring the neuron and its unique cellular processes; neurophysiology, neurochemistry, neuroanatomy, and neuroplasticity will be covered. We will then attempt to understand selected homeostatic (e.g., eating), cognitive (e.g., sensation/perception, learning/memory), and emotional processes (e.g., reward, stress, and depression) at and across integrated levels of analysis (genetic, physiological, chemical, anatomical, and systems). Prerequisite(s): BIOL 120, 130, CHEM 101, 102, or PSYC 100 and permission of the instructor; Cross Listing: PSYC 240; A 0.5 credit tutorial will be offered concurrently with this course for students who have not completed the lower level biology and chemistry courses; Offered every Fall; H. Hoffmann; E. Penick

NEUR 241 Neuroscience II

This course extends the topics covered in NEUR 240, including neurophysiology, neurochemistry, and neuroanatomy. Additionally it will introduce the history and methods of neuroscience to interpret experimental results in the primary literature. We will also examine how the brain can sense the environment and control the motor system. Prerequisite(s): NEUR 240, BIOL 120 and 130, and CHEM 101 and 102; Offered every Winter; E. Penick

NEUR 245 Immersion Laboratory Experience -- Cell Culture Techniques (1/2)

Biomedical scientists work in a collaborative environment performing experiments in the lab. This course will immerse students in that environment. Students will learn what questions can be answered using tissue culture techniques while learning the techniques themselves that can then be widely applied to other research projects. Students will learn how to grow cells in culture, perform an experiment, and analyze and present the data obtained. By the end of the course, students should feel comfortable and confident in the lab and ready to apply their new technical skills and knowledge to other research questions. Prerequisite(s): sophomore standing with at least one laboratory course in Biology or Chemistry; E. Penick

NEUR 248 Teaching Assistant (1/2 or 1)

Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor; May be graded S/U at instructor's discretion; Staff

NEUR 295 Special Topics (1/2 or 1)

Courses offered occasionally to students in special areas of Psychology not covered in the usual curriculum. Staff

NEUR 340 Methods of Neuroscience

This laboratory course focuses on the methods used for neuroscience research. Biochemical and electrophysiological techniques are examined. Data analysis, interpretation and scientific writing will be performed from the experiments done. Prerequisite(s): NEUR 241; Offered two years out of three; E. Penick

NEUR 348 Teaching Assistant (1/2 or 1)

Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor; May be graded S/U at instructor's discretion; Staff

NEUR 360 Synapses

Synapses are the location of neuronal communication. These sites also are the primary loci for a cellular correlate of learning and memory and the actions of drugs of abuse. We will examine the biology, physiology and plasticity of these fascinating regions. Prerequisite(s): NEUR 241; Offered every third year; E. Penick

NEUR 395 Special Topics (1/2 or 1)

Courses offered occasionally to students in special areas of Psychology not covered in the usual curriculum. Staff

NEUR 399 Research in Neuroscience (1/2 or 1)

A one- or two-term experience in which students, with the aid of a faculty member, conduct original neuroscience research. The process includes reviewing the literature, generating hypotheses, collecting and analyzing data, and presenting results in written and oral form. Grade is withheld (NR) until full credit is earned. Prerequisite(s): NEUR 340 and either BIOL 210 or PSYC 282; May be repeated up to two times for up to 1 credit; Staff

NEUR 400 Advanced Studies (1/2 or 1)

See College Honors Program. Staff