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Course Schedule for NEUROSCIENCE - Spring 2010
Class
No.		 Course ID Title Credits Type Instructor(s) Days:Times Location Permission
Required		 Dist Qtr
5805 BIOL-182-01 Biology II: Evolution of Life 1.25 LEC Schneider,Craig W.
O'Donnell,Michael A.
Blackburn,Daniel G.		 MWF: 10:00AM-10:50AM TBA NAT  
  Enrollment limited to 126
  NOTE: This course has no prerequisites, although Biology 181 is recommended.
  This course will provide an introduction to life on Earth from an evolutionary perspective. Through lecture and discussion, we will examine evolutionary principles, inheritance, biodiversity, physiological adaptations, and ecology. The laboratory will provide the opportunity to explore biological concepts through observation, experimental design, and analysis.
5807 BIOL-182-20 Biology II: Evolution of Life 1.25 LAB O'Donnell,Michael A.
Bonneau,Laurie J.
Swart,Charles C.		 T: 1:30PM- 4:10PM TBA NAT  
  Enrollment limited to 21
  This course will provide an introduction to life on Earth from an evolutionary perspective. Through lecture and discussion, we will examine evolutionary principles, inheritance, biodiversity, physiological adaptations, and ecology. The laboratory will provide the opportunity to explore biological concepts through observation, experimental design, and analysis.
5809 BIOL-182-21 Biology II: Evolution of Life 1.25 LAB O'Donnell,Michael A.
Bonneau,Laurie J.
Swart,Charles C.		 W: 1:15PM- 3:55PM TBA NAT  
  Enrollment limited to 21
  This course will provide an introduction to life on Earth from an evolutionary perspective. Through lecture and discussion, we will examine evolutionary principles, inheritance, biodiversity, physiological adaptations, and ecology. The laboratory will provide the opportunity to explore biological concepts through observation, experimental design, and analysis.
5811 BIOL-182-22 Biology II: Evolution of Life 1.25 LAB O'Donnell,Michael A.
Bonneau,Laurie J.
Swart,Charles C.		 W: 6:30PM- 9:10PM TBA NAT  
  Enrollment limited to 21
  This course will provide an introduction to life on Earth from an evolutionary perspective. Through lecture and discussion, we will examine evolutionary principles, inheritance, biodiversity, physiological adaptations, and ecology. The laboratory will provide the opportunity to explore biological concepts through observation, experimental design, and analysis.
5813 BIOL-182-23 Biology II: Evolution of Life 1.25 LAB O'Donnell,Michael A.
Bonneau,Laurie J.
Swart,Charles C.		 R: 1:30PM- 4:10PM TBA NAT  
  Enrollment limited to 21
  This course will provide an introduction to life on Earth from an evolutionary perspective. Through lecture and discussion, we will examine evolutionary principles, inheritance, biodiversity, physiological adaptations, and ecology. The laboratory will provide the opportunity to explore biological concepts through observation, experimental design, and analysis.
6011 BIOL-182-24 Biology II: Evolution of Life 1.25 LAB O'Donnell,Michael A.
Bonneau,Laurie J.
Swart,Charles C.		 R: 6:30PM- 9:10PM TBA NAT  
  Enrollment limited to 21
  This course will provide an introduction to life on Earth from an evolutionary perspective. Through lecture and discussion, we will examine evolutionary principles, inheritance, biodiversity, physiological adaptations, and ecology. The laboratory will provide the opportunity to explore biological concepts through observation, experimental design, and analysis.
6013 BIOL-182-25 Biology II: Evolution of Life 1.25 LAB O'Donnell,Michael A.
Bonneau,Laurie J.
Swart,Charles C.		 R: 9:25AM-12:05PM TBA NAT  
  Enrollment limited to 21
  This course will provide an introduction to life on Earth from an evolutionary perspective. Through lecture and discussion, we will examine evolutionary principles, inheritance, biodiversity, physiological adaptations, and ecology. The laboratory will provide the opportunity to explore biological concepts through observation, experimental design, and analysis.
5405 BIOL-210-20 Scanning Electron Microscopy 0.50 LAB Lehman,Ann R. T: 1:30PM- 4:10PM TBA Y NAT Q1
  Enrollment limited to 4
  Taught during the first seven weeks of the semester, this laboratory course introduces students to the use of the scanning electron microscope (SEM), as well as associated techniques and equipment. Scanning electron microscopes permit the examination of surface features of cells, tissues, and non-biological materials at high magnification. In this course, students learn how to prepare specimens for electron microscopic study, and how to use the SEM to examine and photograph these specimens. Techniques to be used include tissue fixation, critical point drying, and specimen coating. The theory behind these techniques and use of the SEM also will be considered. This course is especially appropriate for students interested in independent research in biology, biochemistry, or neuroscience, but is open to other students as well. This course does not count towards the biology major. The course meets for one lab per week; however, students should plan to invest time outside of class in order to practice the techniques.
5407 BIOL-210-21 Scanning Electron Microscopy 0.50 LAB Lehman,Ann R. W: 1:15PM- 3:55PM TBA Y NAT Q1
  Enrollment limited to 4
  Taught during the first seven weeks of the semester, this laboratory course introduces students to the use of the scanning electron microscope (SEM), as well as associated techniques and equipment. Scanning electron microscopes permit the examination of surface features of cells, tissues, and non-biological materials at high magnification. In this course, students learn how to prepare specimens for electron microscopic study, and how to use the SEM to examine and photograph these specimens. Techniques to be used include tissue fixation, critical point drying, and specimen coating. The theory behind these techniques and use of the SEM also will be considered. This course is especially appropriate for students interested in independent research in biology, biochemistry, or neuroscience, but is open to other students as well. This course does not count towards the biology major. The course meets for one lab per week; however, students should plan to invest time outside of class in order to practice the techniques.
6411 BIOL-224-01 Biology IV:Genetics 1.00 LEC Fleming,Robert J. MWF: 11:00AM-11:50AM TBA NAT  
  Enrollment limited to 100
  Prerequisite: C- or better in Biology 152L and Biology 153L or Biology 182L and Biology 203L or Permission of Instructor.
  A study of the basic principles of genetics including the transmission and organization of the genetic material in prokaryotes and eukaryotes, the molecular biology of nucleic acids and information transfer, mutation and mutagenesis, and gene regulation. Laboratory will include techniques of genetic analysis in plants, fungi, and Drosophila. Selected experiments in cytogenetics, molecular genetics, and the genetics of bacteria and bacteria phage. This course may be taken without laboratory by registering for only Biology 224-01.
6413 BIOL-224-20 Biology IV:Genetics Laboratory 0.25 LAB Fleming,Robert J. W: 1:15PM- 3:55PM TBA  
  Enrollment limited to 24
  Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in Biology 224-01.
  A study of the basic principles of genetics including the transmission and organization of the genetic material in prokaryotes and eukaryotes, the molecular biology of nucleic acids and information transfer, mutation and mutagenesis, and gene regulation. Laboratory will include techniques of genetic analysis in plants, fungi, and Drosophila. Selected experiments in cytogenetics, molecular genetics, and the genetics of bacteria and bacteria phage.
7064 BIOL-319-01 Animal Physiology 1.25 LEC Dunlap,Kent D. TR: 9:25AM-10:40AM TBA NAT  
  Enrollment limited to 24
  Prerequisite: C- or better in Biology 152L and Biology 153L or Biology 182L and Biology 203L or Permission of Instructor.
  This course examines the physiological mechanisms underlying four fundamental functions—movement, sensation, feeding, and reproduction. How do physiological systems operate to enable organisms to live in drastically different habitats? What are the common cellular and molecular mechanisms shared by diverse animals? The laboratory will consist of several preparations examining developmental, sensory, endocrine, and muscle physiology, followed by more detailed, independent investigations of one of these preparations.
7065 BIOL-319-20 Animal Physiology 1.25 LAB Dunlap,Kent D. T: 1:30PM- 4:10PM TBA NAT  
  Enrollment limited to 24
  Prerequisite: C- or better in Biology 152L and Biology 153L or Biology 182L and Biology 203L or Permission of Instructor.
  This course examines the physiological mechanisms underlying four fundamental functions—movement, sensation, feeding, and reproduction. How do physiological systems operate to enable organisms to live in drastically different habitats? What are the common cellular and molecular mechanisms shared by diverse animals? The laboratory will consist of several preparations examining developmental, sensory, endocrine, and muscle physiology, followed by more detailed, independent investigations of one of these preparations.
6603 ENGR-316-01 Neural Engineering 1.00 SEM Blaise,J. Harry TR: 8:00AM- 9:15AM TBA  
  Enrollment limited to 20
  Prerequisite: Open to all junior and senior life science and physical science majors.
  This introductory course uses an integrative and cross-disciplinary approach to survey basic principles and modern theories and methods in several important areas of neural engineering. Course topics include: neural prosthetics, neural stimulation, neurophysiology, neural signal detection, and analysis and computational neural networks. The practicalities of the emerging technology of brain-computer interface as well as other research topics in neural engineering will be discussed. Students will also have the opportunity to perform hands-on computer simulation and modeling of neural circuits and systems.
4545 HFPR-201-01 Topics in Health Care 1.00 SEM Raskin,Sarah A. TR: 1:30PM- 2:45PM TBA GLB  
  Enrollment limited to 100
  Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Health Fellows Program.
4547 HFPR-202-01 Health Care Research 2.00 SEM Raskin,Sarah A. TBA TBA  
  Enrollment limited to 100
  Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Health Fellows Program.
7187 NESC-101-01 The Brain 1.00 LEC Church,William H. MWF: 11:00AM-11:50AM TBA NAT  
  Enrollment limited to 40
  Only first-year students are eligible to enroll in this class.
  Recent developments in neuroscience have revolutionized our views of familiar human experiences such as locomotion, substance abuse, mental illness, sleep, and memorization. Through highly enjoyable and selected readings, presentations by visiting faculty, demonstrations and other activities, we will explore the foundations of this field as well as recent discoveries. The overall objective of this course is to provide students with a basic understanding of neuroscience, enabling them to make important decisions that may affect their lives.
5787 NESC-201-01 Principles of Neuroscience 1.00 LEC Raskin,Sarah A. TR: 10:50AM-12:05PM TBA NAT  
  Enrollment limited to 100
  Prerequisite: C- or better in Biology 152L and Biology 153L, or Biology 203L or Permission of Instructor.
  NOTE: Psychology 261 is recommended for students who intend to major in neuroscience.
  A team-taught introductory course in neuroscience that will examine the neuron and its biological interactions in animal nervous systems. Topics will include the anatomy, development, chemistry, and physiology of nervous systems.
5789 NESC-201-20 Principles of Neuroscience-Lab 0.25 LAB Swart,Charles C. T: 6:45PM- 9:25PM TBA  
  Enrollment limited to 12
  Prerequisite: C- or better in Biology 152L and Biology 153L, or Biology 203L or Permission of Instructor.
  A team-taught introductory course in neuroscience that will examine the neuron and its biological interactions in animal nervous systems. Topics will include the anatomy, development, chemistry, and physiology of nervous systems.
5825 NESC-388-01 Current Issues in Neuroscience 0.50 LEC Church,William H. F: 1:15PM- 2:30PM TBA Y NAT  
  Enrollment limited to 15
  Prerequisite: Neuroscience major or Permission of Instructor.
  This half-credit course considers current neuroscience research on topics ranging from clinical research to molecular biology. Students will attend presentations by neuroscience researchers and read and discuss pertinent research literature prior to each presentation. Some special scheduling arrangements will be necessary for activities outside of the regular class meeting time.
5883 NESC-399-01 Independent Study 0.50 - 2.00 IND TBA TBA TBA Y  
  Enrollment limited to 100
  Submission of the special registration form, available in the Registrar’s Office, and the approval of the instructor and director are required for enrollment.
6994 NESC-401-01 Neurochemistry 1.00 LEC Church,William H. MW: 6:30PM- 7:45PM TBA NAT  
  Enrollment limited to 15
  Prerequisite: C- or better in Neuroscience 201, Chemistry 211, or permission of the instructor
  An interdisciplinary course investigating the chemical processes involved in central nervous system functioning and communication. Emphasis will be placed on the chemical aspects of synthesis, metabolism, and release of neurotransmitters. The role of neurochemistry in behavioral and neurological disease states will be evaluated. Current research topics in this area will also be presented.
5893 NESC-419-01 Research Neurosci-Lib 0.50 - 1.00 IND TBA TBA TBA Y  
  Enrollment limited to 100
  Students will conduct library research projects under the direction of a faculty member. Submission of the special registration form, available in the Registrar’s Office, and the approval of the instructor and director are required for enrollment.
5885 NESC-425-01 Research Neurosci-Lab 0.50 - 1.00 IND TBA TBA TBA Y  
  Enrollment limited to 100
  Students will conduct original laboratory research projects under the direction of an individual faculty member. Submission of the special registration form, available in the Registrar’s Office, and the approval of the instructor and director are required for enrollment.
5887 NESC-466-01 Teaching Assistant 0.50 - 1.00 IND TBA TBA TBA Y  
  Enrollment limited to 100
  Submission of the special registration form, available in the Registrar’s Office, and the approval of the instructor and director are required for enrollment.
5889 NESC-490-01 Research Assistant 0.50 - 1.00 IND TBA TBA TBA Y  
  Enrollment limited to 100
  Submission of the special registration form, available in the Registrar’s Office, and the approval of the instructor and director are required for enrollment.
5891 NESC-499-01 Senior Thesis Part 2 2.00 IND TBA TBA TBA Y  
  Enrollment limited to 100
  Prerequisite: permission of the instructor. Submission of the special registration form, available in the Registrar's Office, and the approval of the instructor and director are required for each semester of this yearlong thesis. The research culminates in a thesis, an oral presentation, and a poster at the undergraduate Science Symposium. (2 course credits are considered pending in the first semester; 2 course credits will be awarded for completion in the second semester)
6371 PHIL-371-01 Minds and Brains Lab 0.25 LAB Lloyd,Dan R: 1:30PM- 4:10PM TBA  
  Enrollment limited to 20
  Recent advances in neuroscience are transforming the study of the mind into the study of the brain. In this laboratory sequence to accompany Philosophy 374, Minds and Brains, students will learn the techniques of "brain reading" employed in contemporary cognitive neuroscience. The laboratory sequence especially emphasizes functional neuroimaging, working with data collected at the nearby Olin Neuropsychiatric Research Center. Students may also volunteer to participate in brain scanning experiments; in this case, data in the lab may originate in one's own brain, adding new meaning to the philosopher's maxim, "know thyself."
6373 PHIL-374-01 Minds and Brains 1.00 SEM Lloyd,Dan TR: 8:00AM- 9:15AM TBA NAT  
  Enrollment limited to 20
  The neurosciences have made striking progress in recent years toward understanding the brains of animals and human beings. Through readings in philosophy and science we will consider what contribution this explosion of neuroscientific data can make to our understanding of the mind. (Students enrolling in Philosophy 374-01 must also enroll in Philosophy 371-20L with permission of the instructor).
5457 PSYC-261-01 Brain and Behavior 1.00 LEC Masino,Susan A. TR: 9:25AM-10:40AM TBA NAT  
  Enrollment limited to 50
  Prerequisite: C- or better in Psychology 101 or Biology 140 or Biology 181 or Biology 182.
  A basic study of the structure and function of the mammalian nervous system with a comprehensive analysis of the biological bases of major classes of behavior. Specific topics include: neuroanatomy, neurophysiology, sensory and motor system functioning, motivated behaviors, learning and memory, emotions, sex, and language. Enrollment in laboratory limited. (1.25 course credits with optional laboratory) The course is designed for declared or intended psychology and neuroscience majors.
5685 PSYC-261-20 Brain & Behavior Laboratory 0.25 LAB Masino,Susan A. R: 1:30PM- 4:10PM TBA  
  Enrollment limited to 20
  Prerequisite: C- or better in Psychology 261-01 or concurrent enrollment in Psychology 261-01.
  A basic study of the structure and function of the mammalian nervous system with a comprehensive analysis of the biological bases of major classes of behavior. Specific topics include: neuroanatomy, neurophysiology, sensory and motor system functioning, motivated behaviors, learning and memory, emotions, sex, and language. The course is designed for declared or intended psychology and neuroscience majors.
5127 PSYC-293-01 Perception 1.00 LEC Mace,William M. MWF: 10:00AM-10:50AM TBA SOC  
  Enrollment limited to 50
  Prerequisite: C- or better in Psychology 101.
  An introduction to current understanding of how organisms maintain contact with their environments through perception. Emphasis is on vision, but other modalities are also treated. (1.25 credits with optional laboratory)
5453 PSYC-293-20 Perception Laboratory 0.25 LAB Mace,William M. T: 1:30PM- 4:10PM TBA  
  Enrollment limited to 20
  Prerequisite: C- or better in Psychology 293-01 or concurrent enrollment in Psychology 293-01
  An introduction to current understanding of how organisms maintain contact with their environments through perception. Emphasis is on vision, but other modalities are also treated.
6980 PSYC-392-01 Human Neuropsychology 1.00 LEC Raskin,Sarah A. TR: 9:25AM-10:40AM TBA Y NAT  
  Enrollment limited to 20
  Prerequisite: C- or better in Psychology 255 or Psychology 256 or Psychology 261 or Neuroscience 201.
  The course will begin with a cursory review of basic neuroanatomy, brain organization and topography, and neurotransmitters and neurotransmitter conductive systems. Next, an in-depth examination of physiological and neurological manifestations of cognitive and psychopathological disorders as well as behavioral correlates of neuropathological and pathophysiological disturbances will follow. Finally, a survey of current diagnostic procedures and treatment approaches will be presented. All course material augmented with, and accentuated by, illustrative clinical case material. Students should anticipate that special scheduling arrangements will be required for activities outside of regular class sessions.