Many issues discussed in this course represent important social problems. By understanding the biological basis of these issues, you should be helped to formulate a strategy for dealing with these problems. For example, drug use is a major problem. The grade in the course is based upon three exams each of which cover approximately one-third of the course material. The final exam is not cumulative.
Exams cover material covered in class and in the textbook.
The CD should be an invaluable study aid. Attendance is required. Eighty five percent of the grade is determined by three multiple choice exams. Fifteen percent of the grade is determined by attendance. For students who are not pleased with their performance, an extra credit paper may be written which will be submitted at the time of the last exam.