Spring 2010

PSY 308 • Biopsychology - Dominguez

Course Description

OBJECTIVE: When finished with this course, you will have a greater understanding of how the brain regulates behavior and its associated disorders. Additionally, you will be familiar with recent advancements in the field of behavioral neuroscience.

FORMAT: A lecture and discussion format will be employed to explore these topics. Attendance to all classes is expected.

Grading Policy

Four multiple choice/short answer exams will be administered during the semester and an optional-cumulative final. Exam grades will total 80% of your final grade. No make-up exams will be administered, unless there is a documented emergency.

Quizzes and assignments (total 20% of final grade): Unannounced quizzes and assignments will be administered. The grades you earn in these will count towards 20% of your final grade. Quizzes will be brief (generally 5 to 10 min), but may be given anytime during class. No make-up quizzes or assignments will be administered.

Texts

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