Neur 201 Intro to Neuroscience
This course introduces students to the interdisciplinary field of neuroscience using a problem-based approach. The structure and function of the brain are explored at molecular, cellular, and systems levels. Students become familiar with approaches used by neuroscientists as well as the connections between neuroscience and other disciplinary fields. Taught by Professors Reynolds or Schettino, usually in the spring semester
Biol 256 Neurobiology
This course examines the field of neuroscience from a cellular and molecular perspective, with the neuron and neural networks as the focus of discussion and experimentation. After an intensive look at neuronal cell biology and signaling, the course examines the cellular basis of higher-order functions, such as sensation, behavior, and memory. Lecture/discussion/laboratory. Taught by Professor Reynolds, usually in the fall semester
Psyc 323 Physiological Psychology
The neural, hormonal, and physiological bases of animal and human behavior are examined. Physiological aspects of such topics as language, learning and memory, feeding, sexual behavior, emotions, sleep, and neurological disorders are covered. In the laboratory, students will conduct discovery-oriented research utilizing a variety of techniques employed by physiological psychologists and neuroscientists. Lecture/laboratory. [W] Taught by Professors Gabel or Schettino, usually in the fall semester
Neur 401 Advanced Neuroscience
This capstone course builds upon information covered in the prerequisites. Through reading and discussion, students explore in greater depth the development, organization, and functioning of the nervous system. Particular attention is paid to discussion of current research findings. [W] Taught by Professors Reynolds or Gabel, in the spring semester
Neur 275 Art, Neuroscience and Consciousness
Art and science share a long history of common ideas and practice. We hope to develop the students’ sense of connected history as well as the current intersection between the fields by exploring various perspectives about visual processes, perception, self-creativity and consciousness through readings, discussion, and studio/lab projects. Students will benefit from the rare opportunity to intensively study the interconnection between two disciplines. Taught by Professors Reynolds and Kerns but not every year.
Neur 351 Neurophysiology
This laboratory course builds on information covered in the prerequisites concerning the excitability of neurons. The electrophysiology of neurons and neuronal interactions are examined using electrical recording techniques. Laboratory exercises provide hands-on experience with the properties of nerve function under a variety of circumstances. [W]. Taught by Professors Gabel or Dearworth but not every year.