CATALOG • 2009-2010
Neuroscience – Major
For information, contact Dr. Audrey Ettinger.
The goal of neuroscience is to gain an understanding
of basic brain function and its relationship to complex processes of
behavior and cognition, as well as to the mechanisms of neurological and
mental illness. The neuroscience program at Cedar Crest College reflects
the multidisciplinary nature of this exciting and growing field and
provides a multilevel approach, from molecular mechanisms to the study of
the mind. The neuroscience major is appropriate for students with a strong
interest in the biological sciences with an interest in the workings of the
nervous system and its relationship to behavior. It prepares students for
admission to graduate
and professional programs in neuroscience, medicine
and related fields as well as for immediate employment in research
laboratories. A student completing this course of study will earn a BS
degree in Neuroscience. Neuroscience majors are subject to all policies of
the Department of Biological Sciences. Students may not declare multiple
majors in any combination of : Biology, Biodiversity and Conservation
Biology, Genetic Engineering , or Neuroscience.
Participation in independent research is encouraged.
Students wishing to complete the thesis option should refer to the thesis
requirements listed under the Biology Major.
Program Admission and Retention
Admission and retention in the neuroscience program
requires a minimum cumulative grade-point average of 2.250, and no less
than a C- in required courses. Students must earn a grade of C- or better
in prerequisite courses before proceeding to subsequent courses. Attendance
at all laboratory sessions is mandatory. An internship in the
student’s area of interest is strongly recommended.
Requirements for the Neuroscience Major
BIO 121 Principles of Biology I 4 credits
BIO 122 Principles of Biology II 4 credits
(Students with Advanced
Placement credit for BIO 121 and/or 122 are required to take the BIO 121 and 122 Labs.)
BIO 235 Ecology, Evolution and Genetics 4 credits
BIO 236 Cell and Molecular Biology 4 credits
Students who have previously taken BIO 222 or BIO
231 should consult their advisors or the department website to determine the courses
needed to complete the major.
BIO 248 Biostatistics 3 credits
BIO 350 Junior Colloquium 2 credits
BIO 355 Science, Ethics and Society 2 credits
CHE 111 Chemical Principles 4 credits
CHE 112 Chemical Equilibrium and Analysis 4 credits
CHE 205 Organic Chemistry I 4 credits
CHE 206 Organic Chemistry II 4 credits
MAT 141 Calculus I 3 credits
MAT 142 Calculus II 3 credits
PSY 100 General Psychology 3 credits
PSY 317 Learning
or 4 credits
PSY 336 Cognitive Psychology
PHY 101 Introductory College Physics I 4 credits
PHY 102 Introductory College Physics II 4 credits
NEU 200 Introduction to Neuroscience 3 credits
NEU 220 Sensation and Perception 4 credits
NEU 330 Neuropharmacology 3 credits
NEU 340 Neuroscience Methods 4 credits
Plus choose two additional courses from the
following:
CHE 307 Biochemistry I 3 or 4 credits
BIO 217 Anatomy and Physiology I 4 credits
BIO 224 Animal Behavior 3 credits
BIO 332 Developmental Biology 4 credits
BIO 335 Molecular Genetics I 4 credits
BIO 336 Molecular Genetics II 4 credits
NEU 348 Diseases of the Nervous System 4 credits
PSY 250 Life-Span Development 3 credits
PSY 309 Abnormal Psychology 3 credits
PSY 317 Learning 4 credits
PSY 336 Cognitive Processes 4 credits
CIS 135 Introductory Programming in C++ 3 credits
CIS 136 Advanced Programming using C++ 3 credits
Transfer Students
Transfer students majoring in neuroscience must take
the following courses at Cedar Crest College:
NEU 200 Introduction to Neuroscience 3 credits
NEU 220 Sensation and Perception (lab only) 1 credit
NEU 330 Neuropharmacology 3 credits
NEU 340 Neuroscience Methods 4 credits
BIO 350 Junior Colloquium 2 credits
BIO 355 Science, Ethics and Society 2 credits
