Neuroscience, B.S.

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The Neuroscience Program is an interdisciplinary program designed to prepare students for graduate study, medical school, and careers focused on Neuroscience research. This program emphasizes basic research methods and the practical application of those methods to the process of scientific discovery.

Cannot be used as a second major with Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biophysics, or Psychology.

Program Learning Outcomes

Students will develop an understanding of general principles from the field of Neuroscience including, but not limited to: neuroanatomy, neurophysiology, neurochemistry, neuropharmacology and brain anatomy.
Students will develop an understanding of, and appreciation for, how behavioral and cognitive neuroscience research is applied to both normal and abnormal human behavior and cognition.
Students will demonstrate capabilities in research design and statistical analysis as they relate to the field of Neuroscience.
Students will demonstrate proficiency in both written and oral scientific presentations.
Students will demonstrate the ability to share their knowledge of Neuroscience with others in the broader, nonacademic, community.
Students will develop an understanding of, and appreciation for, ethics as they apply to both human and animal research.

General Education Requirements (30-40 Credits)

Prerequisite coursework may be required to satisfy certain General Education courses and will count as elective credit.

Total Credits Required to Complete the Major: 67*-69

*Required Hours if CHEM 202 is used.

Basic Requirements: (40 Credits)

BIOL 118 - General Biology Laboratory I Credit(s): 1 and
BIOL 120 - General Biology Laboratory II Credit(s): 1
BIOL 117 - General Biology - Cells, Genetics, Evolution Credit(s): 3
BIOL 119 - General Biology - Diversity, Physiology, Ecology Credit(s): 3
PSYC 225 - Introduction to Cognitive Psychology Credit(s): 3
CHEM 116 - Chemistry I Credit(s): 3
CHEM 118 - Chemistry II Credit(s): 3
or
CHEM 203 - Principles of Chemistry I Credit(s): 3
CHEM 204 - Principles of Chemistry II Credit(s): 3
CHEM 119 - Introductory Chemistry Lab Credit(s): 1
CHEM 211 - Organic Chemistry I Credit(s): 3
CHEM 213 - Organic Chemistry II Credit(s): 3
or
CHEM 223 - Principles of Organic Chemistry I Credit(s): 3
CHEM 224 - Principles of Organic Chemistry II Credit(s): 3
CHEM 216 - Organic Chemistry Laboratory Credit(s): 2
MATH 112 - Precalculus Credit(s): 4 or
MATH 221 - Calculus I Credit(s): 4
PSYC 100 - Introductory Psychology Credit(s): 3
PSYC 250 - Introduction to Behavioral Statistics Credit(s): 3
PSYC 251 - Introduction to Behavioral Research Methods Credit(s): 3

Interdisciplinary Electives selected from the following to include (15 Credits)

At least one BIOL course
At least one PSYC course
A minimum of 11 credits at the 300-level

BIOL 210 - Nutrition Credit(s): 3
BIOL 222 - Genetics Credit(s): 3
BIOL 223 - Genetics Laboratory Credit(s): 1
BIOL 281 - Introduction to Research Credit(s): 1
BIOL 301 - Laboratory in Cell Biology Credit(s): 1
BIOL 304 - Biotechnology Credit(s): 3
BIOL 322 - Molecular Biology Credit(s): 3
BIOL 335 - Foundations of Biochemistry Credit(s): 3
BIOL 338 - Animal Behavior Credit(s): 3
BIOL 350 - Foundations of Biostatistics Credit(s): 3
BIOL 365 - Anatomy & Physiology I Credit(s): 4
BIOL 366 - Anatomy & Physiology II Credit(s): 4
BIOL 375 - Cellular Neurobiology Credit(s): 3
BIOL 390 - Molecular Techniques Credit(s): 2
BIOL 392 - Genome Analysis Credit(s): 2
BIOL 394 - Neurobiology Techniques Credit(s): 2
CHEM 300 - Principles of Biochemistry Credit(s): 3
MATH 222 - Calculus II Credit(s): 4
MATH 228 - Calculus II for Biologists Credit(s): 4
PHYS 113 - General Physics I Credit(s): 3
PHYS 114 - Physics I Lab Credit(s): 1
PHYS 115 - General Physics II Credit(s): 3
PHYS 116 - Physics II Lab Credit(s): 1
PHYS 123 - Analytical Physics I Credit(s): 3
PHYS 124 - Analytical Physics I Laboratory Credit(s): 1
PHYS 125 - Analytical Physics II Credit(s): 3
PHYS 126 - Analytical Physics II Laboratory Credit(s): 1
PSYC 220 - Applied Behavior Analysis Credit(s): 3
PSYC 260 - Introduction to Psychopathology Credit(s): 3
PSYC 307 - Sensation and Perception Credit(s): 3
PSYC 331 - The Neural and Chemical Basis of Behavior: (subtitle) Credit(s): 3
PSYC 332 - Human Neuropsychology Credit(s): 3
PSYC 335 - Behavioral Pharmacology Credit(s): 3
PSYC 338 - Animal Behavior Credit(s): 3
PSYC 340 - Psychology of Learning Credit(s): 3
PSYC 357 - Behavior Genetics Credit(s): 3
PSYC 366 - Developmental Psychopathology Credit(s): 3

Neuroscience Core Requirements (13 Credits)

NEUR 205 - Neuroscience Technology Laboratory Credit(s): 1
NEUR 206 - Neuroscience Practical Laboratory Credit(s): 2
NEUR 215 - Applications in Neuroscience Credit(s): 2
NEUR 233 - Introduction to Neuroscience and Behavior Credit(s): 3
NEUR 310 - Neuroscience Seminar Credit(s): 1
NEUR 399 - Directed Study Credit(s): As arranged (4 Credits required)

Minimum Competency and Writing Requirement

A minimum grade of C- is required for all courses taken to satisfy the Neuroscience major. The Neuroscience writing requirement will be met through completion of PSYC 251 .

Sample Course Map

For students who matriculated prior to Fall 2022: please select the bulletin year in which you entered the college (matriculated) at the top right of this page.

Curriculum Map

First Year
- Fall - 14 Credits
- Spring - 15 Credits
  - CHEM 118 - Chemistry II OR CHEM 204 - Principles of Chemistry II
  - CHEM 129 - Introduction to Laboratory Research in Chemistry
  - BIOL 119 - General Biology - Diversity, Physiology, Ecology
  - BIOL 120 - General Biology Laboratory II
  - World Language 101 - Credit(s): 4
  - Global Society: CAI - Credit(s): 3
Second Year
- Fall - 17 Credits
  - CHEM 211 - Organic Chemistry I
  - PSYC 250 - Introduction to Behavioral Statistics
  - Global Society: DPP - Credit(s): 3
  - Global Society: WCV - Credit(s): 4
  - World Language 102 - Credit(s): 4
- Spring - 15 Credits
  - CHEM 213 - Organic Chemistry II
  - MATH 112 - Precalculus OR MATH 221 - Calculus I
  - CHEM 216 - Organic Chemistry Laboratory
  - PSYC 251 - Introduction to Behavioral Research Methods
  - Global Society: SST - Credit(s): 3
Third Year
- Fall - 15 Credit hours
  - PSYC 233 - Introduction to Biological Psychology
  - PSYC 225 - Introduction to Cognitive Psychology
  - NEUR 205 - Neuroscience Technology Laboratory
  - NEUR 215 - Applications in Neuroscience
  - Global Society: CGC - Credit(s): 3
  - Elective - Credit(s): 3
- Spring - 15 Credit hours
  - NEUR 206 - Neuroscience Practical Laboratory
  - Related Elective - Credit(s): 3
  - Integrative and Applied Learning - Credit(s): 3
  - Electives - Credit(s): 7
Fourth Year
- Fall - 15 Credits
  - NEUR 399 - Directed Study
  - Related Electives - Credit(s): 6
  - Electives - Credit(s): 6
- Spring - 14 Credits
  - NEUR 310 - Neuroscience Seminar
  - NEUR 399 - Directed Study
  - Related Electives - Credit(s): 6
  - Electives - Credit(s): 6

Total Credits: 120

Note: Variation in the order of courses is possible, depending upon prerequisites. Consult course information in the bulletin or your academic advisor to customize your eight semester plan.

KEY - Participation in a Global Society (PGS)

Attributes:

Sub Areas

Abbreviation	Definition
DPP	Diversity, Pluralism, Power
WCV	World Cultures & Values
CGC	Contemporary Global Challenges
CAI	Creativity & Innovation
SST	Sustainability

Learning Areas

Abbreviation	Definition
ARTS	Arts
HUMA	Humanities
SOSC	Social Science