An introduction to the biological bases of behavior. Topics include evolution genetics, research methods in behavioral neuroscience, motivation and emotion, sensation and perception, learning and memory, lifespan development, cognition, psychological disorders, and other complex behaviors. (PSYC 2330 is included in the Field of Study.)
Course Learning Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, students will:
- Define and explain the biological foundations of behavior, including theories, history, and research methods.
- Describe the evolution and development of the nervous system – neuroanatomy, neurophysiology, neurotransmission, and neuroendocrinology.
- Identify the structures and function that underlie sensation, perception, and motor control.
- Identify and discuss the regulation of behavior, including motivation and emotion, sexual behavior, and biological rhythms.
- Articulate the biological components of learning, memory, and language.
- Describe the biological underpinnings of age-related changes in cognition and socioemotional functioning over the lifespan.
- Examine how biological processes impact health and well-being.
Required Textbooks
Biological Psychology, 13ed., Kalat, J.W. (2019) Publisher Cengage.
Evaluation Standards
Students will be evaluated by Exams, Quizzes, and written assessment based upon the learning outcomes, with a cumulative score of 70% on course material.
90 – 100 = A
80 - 89 = B
70 - 79 = C
60 – 69 = D
Below 60 = F
Required Institutional Core Learning Outcomes
Communication (COM), Critical Thinking (CT), Empirical & Quantitative Reasoning (EQR), Social Responsibility (SR)
Disabilities
ADA Statement:
Any student with a documented disability (e.g. learning, psychiatric, vision, hearing, etc.) may contact the Office on the Weatherford College Weatherford Campus to request reasonable accommodations. Phone: 817-598-6350 Office Location: Office Number 118 in the Student Services Building, upper floor. Physical Address: Weatherford College 225 College Park Drive Weatherford, TX.
Academic Integrity
Academic Integrity is fundamental to the educational mission of Weatherford College, and the College expects its students to maintain high standards of personal and scholarly conduct. Academic dishonesty of any kind will not be tolerated. Academic dishonesty includes, but is not limited to, cheating on an examination or other academic work, plagiarism, collusion, and the abuse of resource materials including unauthorized use of Generative AI. Departments may adopt discipline specific guidelines on Generative AI usage approved by the instructional dean. Any student who is demonstrated to have engaged in any of these activities will be subject to immediate disciplinary action in accordance with institutional procedures.
Hope Statement
Any student who faces challenges securing basic resources such as food, clothing, or housing and believes this may affect their performance in their course of study is urged to contact the Director of Student Resources, Dr. Deborah Cregger, for support at (817) 598-6444. Her office is on the first floor of Student Services. If the student prefers, they may contact their instructor, who can reach out on their behalf. Weatherford College also provides the Coyote Pantry. The Pantry maintains boxed and canned foods for students in need. The location of the Coyote Pantry is two blocks west of the Weatherford campus at the Baptist Student Ministry (118 E. Park Ave., Weatherford). Pantry hours are Mon-Thurs. 8:30 am-4:30 pm and Fri. 8.30 am-12:00 pm (817-599-6586).
Last Modified
Tuesday, September 14, 2021, 11:24 AM
