The second half is an overview of systems neurobiology, emphasizing motor and sensory systems and integrating the cellular and molecular information learned in the first half. A brief overview of each lecture is presented in the syllabus. Lectures are informal, questions and class discussion are encourages. The goal is to learn about neurobiology while developing critical thinking skills by studying the experimental evidence that underlies current theories. The discussion sections provide time for more in-depth review of issues raised in lecture and for discussing homework and exam questions.
Questions are always encouraged.
The class will choose whether exams will be open or closed book. There are no make-up exams. Students who scored an A or A- on the midterm also have the option of not taking the final exam and using the midterm to calculate the course grade if, in addition, they submit a 5 page paper on a neurobiological topic of their own choosing. The TA is responsible for all the discussion sections each week and also helps with exam and paper grading. We are fortunate this year to have a wonderful and knowledgeable TA, Dennis Hazelette.