Neurobiological Sciences

The interdisciplinary studies major in neurobiological sciences provides students with an understanding of and competence in the neurobiological sciences. Students will understand and use the scientific approach to gather and verify knowledge. They will be able to draw appropriate conclusions and inferences from properly conducted laboratory research. Students will be able to evaluate the significance, quality and veracity of information gathered via experiment and literature and to apply them effectively. Students will also possess the ability to articulate results clearly and effectively.

Before Graduating Students Must

• Satisfactorily complete IDS 4906 Interdisciplinary Research Thesis (capping 7-12 credits of thesis research), graded according to department rubric.
• Complete requirements for the baccalaureate degree, as determined by faculty.

Skills Students will Acquire in the Major (SLOs)

1. Identify, describe and examine neurobiological sciences.
2. Use the scientific approach to gather and verify knowledge.
3. Evaluate the significance, quality and veracity of information gathered via experiment and literature and apply them effectively.
4. Articulate research results clearly and effectively in speech and in writing in an accepted style of presentation.

Curriculum Map

I = Introduced; R = Reinforced; A = Assessed

Assessment Types

• Direct assessment of research in the thesis