Biological Psychology
PSYC 240
Fall 2005
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01
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| Crosslisting:
NS&B 240 |
This course will provide a broad introduction to the biological basis of behavior. We will explore the relationships among evolution, brain structure, neural function, psychology and behavior. Topics will include basic nervous system function, hormones and sexual behavior, psychopharmacology, sleep and biological rhythms, motivation, and affective disorders. |
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Essential Capabilities:
Quantitative Reasoning, Quantitative Reasoning, Reading Non-Verbal Texts |
| Credit: 1 |
Gen Ed Area Dept:
NSM PSYC |
| Course Format: Lecture | Grading Mode: Graded |
| Level: UGRD |
Prerequisites: PSYC101 OR PSYC105 OR [NS&B213 or BIOL213] |
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Fulfills a Requirement for: None |
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Past Enrollment Probability: Not Available |
| SECTION 01 |
Major Readings: Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore
Rosenzweigh, M. R., Breedlove, S. M., Watson, N. V., BIOLOGICAL PSYCHOLOGY: AN INTRODUCTION TO BEHAVIORIAL AND COGNITIVE NEUROSCIENCE, 4th Ed., Sinauer Associates, Inc., 2005
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Examinations and Assignments:
4 in-class exams and 3 papers |
Additional Requirements and/or Comments:
This is a column 1 Breadth Requirement course. |
| Instructor(s): McLaughlin,Peter Joseph Times: .M...F. 02:40PM-04:00PM; Location: JUDD116; |
| Total Enrollment Limit: 40 | | SR major: 4 | JR major: 4 | | |
| Seats Available: 18 | GRAD: 30 | SR non-major: 0 | JR non-major: 0 | SO: 2 | FR: 0 |
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