Neuroscience Course Descriptions
Neuroscience Course Descriptions
210 Principles of Neuroscience
This course will provide a detailed understanding of neurons and the functional role of different aspects of the human nervous system. A survey of topic areas relevant to psychology and neuroscience related disciplines will also be included. (1)
Lecture 3 hrs/wk.
340 Topics in Neuroscience
A thorough examination of a particular topic within the field of neuroscience that is not covered in other regularly offered courses. (1)
Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.
Prerequisite: NEUR 210 or permission.
405, 406, 407 Independent Study
Empirical research project that has a focus in neuroscience, with faculty supervision. (1/2, 1, ½)
Prerequisite: Written proposal and application approved by the coordinator.
410 Research Seminar: Neuroscience
An advanced, research-oriented seminar in human neuroscience. (1)
Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.
Prerequisite: NEUR 210, statistics class (e.g. PSYC 204, INQ 240), research methods class (e.g. PSYC 205, CHEM 280); or permission.
Roanoke Faculty Create Band
Between faculty meetings and finals, Drs. Maina, Buchholz and Grant find time to march to the beat of their own drums after creating a faculty band last fall. None of the aforementioned faculty can be found in the music department, but these three still know how to perform for a crowd.
