Mar 28, 2024  
2012-2013 HillBook (Class of 2016) 
    
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PSY 343 - Research in Biopsychology

Three Credits
Fall and Spring Semesters (Not Offered 2012-2013)

Internship course involving in-depth research training in the field of Biopsychology/ Neuroscience. Held at the Brockton V.A. Hospital research facilities; includes assisting in the conduct of sleep research in animals and schizophrenia research in humans. Scientific approaches range from neuropsych testing & behavioral studies to neuroanatomical & molecular investigations. Coursework includes: 8 to 12h/wk hands-on lab work; attendance at 1h/wk seminar; a 20 min oral presentation or written paper; VA hospital employee paperwork & medical clearance. Lab work and seminar schedule determined based on each student’s schedule.

Prerequisite(s): PSY 101 . Lab visit and consent of instructor required. Useful background courses: PSY 261 , PSY 271 , PSY 415 , BIO 412  with lab. Course may be repeated once with Instructor’s permission.