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Biopsychology (Psychology 230)

Biopsychology (Psychology 230). Course Content, Organization, & Requirements. Course Content. Surveys the relationship between brain function (e.g., neurons, neurotransmitters) and behavior (e.g., movement, psychopathology) Course content covers three primary areas

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Biopsychology (Psychology 230)

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  1. Biopsychology(Psychology 230) Course Content, Organization, & Requirements

  2. Course Content • Surveys the relationship between brain function (e.g., neurons, neurotransmitters) and behavior (e.g., movement, psychopathology) • Course content covers three primary areas • an examination of neurons and neurotransmitters • a brief overview of sensory/motor systems • examples illustrating how the brain influences simple and complex behaviors

  3. Background & Prerequisites • Introductory Psychology • conditioning & learning theory • biological mechanisms of behavior • Basic biology & chemistry

  4. Learning Objectives • Develop foundation for advanced study of specialized topics in biopsychology and behavioral neuroscience • neurons • neuroanatomy • neurotransmitter systems • experimental methods • introduction to psychopharmacology • examples of applications to psychology

  5. Course Caveats • In addition to developing new concepts, vocabulary building is also emphasized • Knowledge is cumulative • A large number of factual elements and new terms are necessary to develop the key concepts of the course • the reading and memorization load is heavy throughout the course • This is NOT your usual ‘psych.’ course

  6. Instructional Format • Primarily textbook-based instruction • following outline of textbook • heavy reading load • Supplementary lecture material • Some discussions • Possible laboratory demonstrations • Class attendance essential • Internet access mandatory

  7. Course Material • Carlson’s Physiology of Behavior • Lecture presentations • Discussion group postings • Online resources • Reserve list at UGL

  8. Course Grade • Based on three equally weighted exams administered during regularly scheduled class periods • major emphasis on textbook material but other material will also be included • lectures • online tutorials • UGL reserve list • make-up exams allowed only under exceptional circumstances

  9. Biopsychology Internet Page http://wings.buffalo.edu/aru/B00Fhome.html

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