Neuroscience Minor

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The minor in neuroscience offers an introduction to the study of brain function. It is an interdisciplinary program in human and nonhuman behaviors drawing from departments of psychology, biology, chemistry, and kinesiology. There is a maximum of 8 credits that can be applied to both the neuroscience minor and one’s own major requirements.

Required Courses (16 credits)

PSY 275 - Neuroscience Seminar Credits: 4
PSY 349 - Physiological Psychology Credits: 4 and PYL 349 - Physiological Psychology Lab
KIN 450 - Neurophysiologic Bases for Movement Credits: 4
BIO 105 - Cell Structure and Function Credits: 2 (With lab)
BIO 106 - Genetics and Development Credits: 2 (With lab)

Elective courses (8 credits)

In addition to the 16 credits of required courses, each student will consult with his/her academic advisor to select 8 additional credits from the elective courses listed below. It is recommended that students select courses that help them gain interdisciplinary perspectives which can complement his/her major.

Cellular and Molecular Emphasis

BIO 213 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I Credits: 4
BIO 312 - Animal Physiology Credits: 4
BIO 316 - Modern Genetics Credits: 4
BIO 321 - Molecular Cell Biology Credits: 4
CHE 111 - Principles of Chemistry I Credits: 4
CHE 211 - Organic Chemistry I Credits: 4

Behavioral/Cognitive Emphasis

PSY 250 - Psychology of Memory Credits: 4
PSY 270 - Psycholinguistics Credits: 4
PSY 281 - Drugs and Behavior: Introduction to Psychopharmacology Credits: 2
PSY 345 - Beyond Symptoms: Perceptual and Cognitive Changes in Mental Disorders Credits: 4
PSY 347 - Animal Behavior Credits: 4
PSY 380 - Neuroscience of Language Credits: 4
PSY 471 - Research Credits: 1-4
PSY 472 - Research II Credits: 1 - 4
KIN 350 - Disorders of Voluntary Movement Credits: 4
KIN 492 - Research Credits: 1-4