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Academic Year 2000/2001

Topics in Neuroethology
BIOL 517 SP
Crosslistings:
NS&B 517

Using a combination of lectures, discussions and student presentations, the course focuses on specific research topics in the neural basis and control of animal behavior. A goal of the course is a clearer picture of the interrelationships between sensory and integrative processes of nervous systems and ethology.

MAJOR READINGS

The major readings of the course are review articles and primary research reports from the journals of neurobiology. No textbook is used. The readings will likely average about 3-4 papers per week.

EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS

Each student is expected, with guidance from the instructor, to research and present information on at least one of the topics considered. One exam at the end of the course.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and/or COMMENTS

Students lacking prerequisite courses must see instructor.

COURSE FORMAT: Lecture

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Level: GRAD    Credit: 1    Gen Ed Area Dept: NONE    Grading Mode: Student Option   

Prerequisites: BIOL245 OR BIOL249 Links to Web Resources For This Course.

Last Updated on MAR-26-2001

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