17 courses with the subject NEUR, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
NEUR 110Neuroscience Lab Rotations0.5
Through directed readings and laboratory visits, this course will expose students to neuroscience-related research currently under way at The University of Scranton. Various faculty members will demonstrate research activities in their labs while assigning readings and discussing current/future research plans. Graded pass/fail.
An interdisciplinary field that integrates principles of neuroscience, genetics, and molecular biology to understand the genetic basis of normal and abnormal function of the nervous system, emphasizing the molecular and genetic mechanisms underlying the development, organization, and neurophysiological function. Three hours of lecture. (Students may not receive credits for both NEUR 232 and BIOL 232.)
4 cr. (Prerequisite: BIOL 141 and BIOL 142, PSYC 210 or equivalent, PSYC 231) Hands on experience using techniques specific to neuroscience to understand neurobiological problems. Integrated lecture and laboratory class outlining the theories and application of neuroscience. Topics vary but may include neuropharmacology, immunohistochemistry, neurostatisitics, neurophysiology and computer-aided neuroreconstructions.
BIOL 141 and BIOL 142, PSYC 210 or equivalent, PSYC 231) Hands on experience using techniques specific to neuroscience to understand neurobiological problems. Integrated lecture and laboratory class outlining the theories and application of neuroscience. Topics vary but may include neuropharmacology, immunohistochemistry, neurostatisitics, neurophysiology and computer-aided neuroreconstructions.
NEUR 339Psychopharmacology3
3 cr. (Prerequisites: PSYC 110; grade of C or higher in NEUR 231/PSYC 231) This course surveys the field of psychopharmacology with particular attention being paid to functional neuoranatomy, the important role of behavioral science, and the neuropharmacology of normal/abnormal behaviors. Numerous research strategies are examined, including dose response functions, therapeutic indices, routes of administration, and pharmacological/behavioral models of clinical conditions. (Credits cannot be earned for PSYC 339 and NEUR 339.)
PSYC 110; grade of C or higher in NEUR 231/PSYC 231) This course surveys the field of psychopharmacology with particular attention being paid to functional neuoranatomy, the important role of behavioral science, and the neuropharmacology of normal/abnormal behaviors. Numerous research strategies are examined, including dose response functions, therapeutic indices, routes of administration, and pharmacological/behavioral models of clinical conditions. (Credits cannot be earned for PSYC 339 and NEUR 339.)
NEUR 348Functional Neuroanatomy3
3 cr. (Prerequisite: For Neuroscience majors, NEUR 231/PSYC 231) Study of the organization and function of the neuron, neural circuits, and the major sensory and motor components of the central nervous system; bioelectric phenomena, synaptic transmission; the neural basis for higher functions such as cognition, memory, and learning. Three hours lecture. (Credit cannot be earned for BIOL 348 and NEUR 348.)
For Neuroscience majors, NEUR 231/PSYC 231) Study of the organization and function of the neuron, neural circuits, and the major sensory and motor components of the central nervous system; bioelectric phenomena, synaptic transmission; the neural basis for higher functions such as cognition, memory, and learning. Three hours lecture. (Credit cannot be earned for BIOL 348 and NEUR 348.)
NEUR 350Cognitive Neuroscience3
3 cr. (Prerequisites: Grade of C or higher in PSYC 210 or PSYC 211 and PSYC 231 or NEUR 231 or PSYC 234) This course explores the neural underpinnings of human cognition by introducing research on the relationship between mind and brain. The course introduces and expands on neuroanatomy, research methods used to make inferences about brain bases of cognition (e.g., imaging, electronencephalography, lesion studies), and computational approaches to cognitive neuroscience. Discussions and activities focus on the brain bases of cognitive operations in perception, attention, memory, language, executive control, social cognition, reasoning, and decision making. (Credits cannot be earned for NEUR 350 and PSYC 350.) 556
Grade of C or higher in PSYC 210 or PSYC 211 and PSYC 231 or NEUR 231 or PSYC 234) This course explores the neural underpinnings of human cognition by introducing research on the relationship between mind and brain. The course introduces and expands on neuroanatomy, research methods used to make inferences about brain bases of cognition (e.g., imaging, electronencephalography, lesion studies), and computational approaches to cognitive neuroscience. Discussions and activities focus on the brain bases of cognitive operations in perception, attention, memory, language, executive control, social cognition, reasoning, and decision making. (Credits cannot be earned for NEUR 350 and PSYC 350.) 556
NEUR 357Developmental Neuroscience3
3 cr. (Prerequisites: CHEM 232 as well as one of the following: NEUR 330, BIOL 245, BIOL 350, BIOL 351, or PSIO 320) This course provides an in-depth understanding of nervous system formation. Topics addressed may include neural differentiation and patterning, migration and growth, cellular signaling, synapse formation, and behavior. Experiments using molecular, cellular, and physiological approaches to understand the mechanisms driving neural development will also be discussed. (Credits cannot be earned for BIOL 357 and NEURO 357.)
CHEM 232 as well as one of the following: NEUR 330, BIOL 245, BIOL 350, BIOL 351, or PSIO 320) This course provides an in-depth understanding of nervous system formation. Topics addressed may include neural differentiation and patterning, migration and growth, cellular signaling, synapse formation, and behavior. Experiments using molecular, cellular, and physiological approaches to understand the mechanisms driving neural development will also be discussed. (Credits cannot be earned for BIOL 357 and NEURO 357.)
NEUR 358Cellular and Molecular Neurobiology3
3 cr. (Prerequisites: BIOL 141-BIOL 142) Introduces Biology and Neuroscience majors to the cellular and molecular biology of the vertebrate nervous system. Includes ion channel structure and function, synthesis, packaging and release of neurotransmitters, receptor and transduction mechanisms, intracellular signaling, cell-to-cell communication, glial cell function, and neural growth and development. Three hours lecture. (Credit cannot be earned for NEUR 358 and BIOL 358.)
BIOL 141-BIOL 142) Introduces Biology and Neuroscience majors to the cellular and molecular biology of the vertebrate nervous system. Includes ion channel structure and function, synthesis, packaging and release of neurotransmitters, receptor and transduction mechanisms, intracellular signaling, cell-to-cell communication, glial cell function, and neural growth and development. Three hours lecture. (Credit cannot be earned for NEUR 358 and BIOL 358.)
NEUR 368Neuroethology4
4 cr. (Prerequisite: 200-level or higher Biology course) Study of the neuronal mechanisms of behavior in an organism's natural environment. Topics include evolution of neuronal control, neuronal processing of sensory information, sensorimotor integrations, spatial-orientations, neuromodulations, neuronal underpinnings of bird songs, neuroethology of navigation and learning and memory. (Credits for both NEUR 368 and BIOL 368 may not be earned.)
200-level or higher Biology course) Study of the neuronal mechanisms of behavior in an organism's natural environment. Topics include evolution of neuronal control, neuronal processing of sensory information, sensorimotor integrations, spatial-orientations, neuromodulations, neuronal underpinnings of bird songs, neuroethology of navigation and learning and memory. (Credits for both NEUR 368 and BIOL 368 may not be earned.)
NEUR 384Special Topics in Neuroscience3-6
3-6 cr. (Prerequisites: BIOL 141-BIOL 142, NEUR 231/PSYC 231) Course topics are developed by individual faculty to provide in depth coverage of specific areas in neuroscience. Some courses have required or elective laboratory components. Course titles and descriptions will be provided in advance of registration.
BIOL 141-BIOL 142, NEUR 231/PSYC 231) Course topics are developed by individual faculty to provide in depth coverage of specific areas in neuroscience. Some courses have required or elective laboratory components. Course titles and descriptions will be provided in advance of registration.
NEUR 444Sensory Biology3
3 cr. (Prerequisites: BIOL 245 and completion of or concurrent enrollment in PHYS 121/PHYS 121L/PHYS 141/PHYS 141L) The course applies multidisciplinary approaches to the study of senses: physics of stimuli, anatomy of receptor organs, neurophysiology of receptor cells, anatomy and central processing, animal behavior and artificial sensor design. The course focuses on terrestrial vertebrates with occasional discussions on aquatic sensory systems. Three hours lecture. (Credit cannot be earned for NEUR 444 and BIOL 444.)
BIOL 245 and completion of or concurrent enrollment in PHYS 121/PHYS 121L/PHYS 141/PHYS 141L) The course applies multidisciplinary approaches to the study of senses: physics of stimuli, anatomy of receptor organs, neurophysiology of receptor cells, anatomy and central processing, animal behavior and artificial sensor design. The course focuses on terrestrial vertebrates with occasional discussions on aquatic sensory systems. Three hours lecture. (Credit cannot be earned for NEUR 444 and BIOL 444.)
NEUR 490Neuroscience: Literature and Society I1.5
1.5 cr. (Prerequisite: Senior Status Neuroscience Major) This course overviews the history of neuroscience from fossil records to the present time. Students will learn, or be reintroduced, to the major contributors to the field with a particular emphasis on Nobel Prize winners. Students will explore the subareas of neuroscience that 557
Senior Status Neuroscience Major) This course overviews the history of neuroscience from fossil records to the present time. Students will learn, or be reintroduced, to the major contributors to the field with a particular emphasis on Nobel Prize winners. Students will explore the subareas of neuroscience that 557
NEUR 491Neuroscience: Literature and Society II1.5
(Grade of C, or better in NEUR 490) This course will examine a number of ways in which neuroscience informs and enhances modern society. Students will read summaries (or view video materials) relating to research areas that have relevance to present and future society. Students will read professionally- written articles and similar video materials intended to educate interested lay readers/viewers. Throughout the course, students will make brief written and visual presentations designed to communicate neuroscience topics to the general public relating to the fields of: 1) medicine, 2) law, and 3) consciousness, free will, and artificial intelligence.
NEUR 493Undergraduate Research in Neuroscience1.5-3
1.5-3 cr. (Prerequisites: BIOL 141-BIOL 142, NEUR 231, NEUR 330, minimum of one semester of successful completion of Faculty Student Research Program with the research instructor, and permission of instructor) Individual study and research on a specific topic relevant to neuroscience under the supervision of a faculty member. It is strongly recommended that this research be initiated during the junior year, and it is expected that the research will extend over a two-semester period. (Offered in the Fall Semester)
BIOL 141-BIOL 142, NEUR 231, NEUR 330, minimum of one semester of successful completion of Faculty Student Research Program with the research instructor, and permission of instructor) Individual study and research on a specific topic relevant to neuroscience under the supervision of a faculty member. It is strongly recommended that this research be initiated during the junior year, and it is expected that the research will extend over a two-semester period. (Offered in the Fall Semester)
NEUR 494Undergraduate Research in Neuroscience1.5-3
1.5-3 cr. (Prerequisites: BIOL 141-BIOL 142, NEUR 231, NEUR 330, minimum of one semester of successful completion of Faculty Student Research Program with the research instructor, and permission of Instructor.) Individual study and research on a specific topic relevant to neuroscience under the supervision of a faculty member. It is strongly recommended that this research be initiated during the junior year, and it is expected that the research will extend over a two-semester period. (Offered in Spring Semester)
BIOL 141-BIOL 142, NEUR 231, NEUR 330, minimum of one semester of successful completion of Faculty Student Research Program with the research instructor, and permission of Instructor.) Individual study and research on a specific topic relevant to neuroscience under the supervision of a faculty member. It is strongly recommended that this research be initiated during the junior year, and it is expected that the research will extend over a two-semester period. (Offered in Spring Semester)
Source: University of Scranton's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 59
