NEU171L
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NEU 171L - Neurobiology Laboratory
Course Title
Neurobiology Laboratory
Course Description
In this course you will be introduced to a variety of techniques that are commonly used to study the nervous system including electrophysiology, optogenetics, cell biology, imaging, genetics, and anatomy. Experiments will be done on cells and invertebrates, and will cover molecular channel properties, neuronal cell physiology, development, and behavior. We hope that by analyzing the data from these experiments you will gain a better understanding of key principles in neuroscience. In addition, you will learn how to design experiments, troubleshoot experiments, analyze your data, and present your findings in written reports.
Minimum Units
4
Maximum Units
4
Grading Basis
Default Letter Grade; P/NP Option
Method of Assessment
No Final Exam - A final exam is normally required in all undergraduate courses.
Instructors
Staff
Prerequisites
BIOLOGY 1A, BIOLOGY 1AL; PHYSICS 8A, PHYSICS 8B; NEU 100A or equivalent (may be taken concurrently).
Repeat Rules
Course is not repeatable for credit.
Credit Restriction Courses. Students will receive no credit for this course if following the course(s) have already been completed.
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Credit Restrictions. Upon passing, students can use the following course(s) to replace a deficient grade for this course.
Students will receive no credit for NEU 171L after completing MCELLBI 160L.
Credit Replacement Courses
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Formats
Lecture, Laboratory
Term
Fall and Spring
Weeks
15 weeks
Weeks
15
Lecture Hours
1
Lecture Hours Min
1
Lecture Hours Max
1
Lecture Mode of Instruction
In Person
Laboratory Hours
8
Laboratory Hours Min
8
Laboratory Hours Max
8
Laboratory Mode of Instruction
In Person
Outside Work Hours
3
Outside Work Hours Min
3
Outside Work Hours Max
3