Neuroscience Minor

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Requirements

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, mathematics and kinesiology.

Required Courses (16 credits)

BIO 316 - Modern Genetics Credits: 4 or
BIO 312 - Animal Physiology Credits: 4
KIN 450 - Neurophysiologic Bases for Movement Credits: 4
PSY 349 - Physiological Psychology Credits: 4
PSY 275 - Neuroscience Seminar Credits: 4

Cellular and Molecular Emphasis

Select 8 credits from the courses listed below:

BIO 213 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I Credits: 4 or
KIN 213 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I 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 281 - Drugs and Behavior: Introduction to Psychopharmacology Credits: 2
PSY 342 - Cognitive Psychology Credits: 4
PSY 347 - Animal Behavior Credits: 4
KIN 310 - Motor Control and Learning Credits: 4
KIN 350 - Disorders of Voluntary Movement Credits: 4
KIN 492 - Research Credits: 2-4