Advanced non-classroom experiences in the field of neuroscience. Placements are off-campus, and may be full- or part-time, and with or without pay. Credit for experiences must be sought prior to occurance, and learning contracts must be submitted before the end of the first week of the semester. See the experiential learning: internship section of this catalog for more details. Restricted to students with junior standing or higher. Graded CR/NC.

Students in Behavioral Neuroscience explore a variety of advanced issues in biopsychology related to both normal and abnormal expressions of behavior through current primary scientific literature. In this seminar-style course, each student works with the instructor to select an appropriate topic of interest and leads the class discussion on this topic and corresponding journal article(s). Example general topic areas include neuroenhancement, neurotoxiclogy, and CNS disorders. Prerequisite: 261 or BIOL 353 or PSYC 261. Restricted to students with junior standing or higher.

Fundamental Neuroscience explores central concepts of neural structure and function with an emphasis on how mammalian nervous systems receive, process, and output information Content coverage includes neurophysiology, synaptic communication, brain development, sensation and perception, learning and memory, and more. Concepts are related to normal and abnormal human behavior. Prerequisites: four credits of BIOL numbered 200 or higher, four credits of CHEM. Restricted to students with junior standing or higher.

This course provides students with an opportunity to delve into specialized topics in contemporary neuroscience. Instruction will utilize a variety of techniques intended to immerse students in the field including primary literature. Topics will vary with potential topics ranging from cellular to systems level topics. Topics will be based on interest and current understanding and provided in advance of registration. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite: 261.

Psychopharmacology examines the major categories of restricted, illicit and prescribed psychoactive drugs and their use, effects, and potential for abuse. The neural mechanisms of drug action, along with the physical and behavioral consequences of use and abuse, are explored. Prerequisite: PSYC-171. Restricted to students with junior standing or higher.

Independent reading and/or research under the guidance of a biology faculty member. Refer to the academic policy section for independent study policy. Independent study contract is required. May be repeated for credit.

Three hours of lecture per week. This course surveys the biological foundations of behavior (actions, thoughts, and emotions) with an emphasis on central nervous system structure and function. Lecture topics include learning and memory, emotion, cognition, psychological disorders, and more. Prerequisite: three credits of PSYC. (Equivalent to PSYC-261)

Practicum experience of the vocal pedagogy emphasis in the vocal performance program. The practicum includes observation, teaching, recording, and journaling of applied lessons. A pedagogy contract must be submitted to the supervising faculty, department chair and the college dean before the end of the first week of the semester. Restricted to music majors accepted into the performance program by passing a hearing. Restricted to students with junior standing or higher. Permission of department chair required. Prerequisite MUSC 206, 420.

The course is comprised each week of a half-period vocal coaching session with a faculty coach-accompanist and a half-period of collaborative work in the students applied voice lesson. Vocal coaching will address the style, musical markings, tempo, language, phrasing, and interpretation of the applied lesson repertoire. Students registered for one credit of MUVO 371 must register concurrently for one credit of MUVO 372. Restricted to music majors. Restricted to students with junior and senior standing. May be repeated for credit.

The study of applied voice will continue with advanced technique and pedagogy with instruction tailored to the needs of the student and the preparation of a public performance of a solo recital. Restricted to students with freshman and sophomore standing. May be repeated for credit.