Essentials of Cell Biology and Neuroscience
01:146:2__ course number
Spring Semester 2011
Room: Van Dyck Hall (College Avenue Campus)
Time: Tues/Fri 11:30 – 12:50
Lecturer: Dr. J Schjott
E-mail: schjott@rci.rutgers.edu
Office hours: Mon/Wed 12:30-1:30, or by appointment
Office: Nelson Biological Laboratories (Busch Campus), B-wing, 4th floor, room B430
Course WEB site: https://sakai.rutgers.edu
Textbooks:
Neuroscience: Exploring the Brain, by Bear et al. 3rd edition, and
Molecular Biology of the Cell, by Alberts et al., 5th edition
Learning Goals:
Master factual and conceptual knowledge in cell biology and neuroscience that will provide a solid foundation
for success in advanced training and professional careers. Develop an ability to summarize, integrate and
organize information. Use scientific reasoning to evaluate the potential for current research and new
discoveries to improve our understanding of cell biology and neuroscience and its relevance to human health
and to our society. These goals are consistent with those set by the Department of Cell Biology and
Neuroscience, as well as the Division of Life Sciences at Rutgers University
Grading:
The final grade in this course will be based upon 3 midterm exams (60% of the grade) and a final (40% of the
grade) and students will be expected to abide by the Current Academic Integrity Policy of the University.
Jan
Topic
Chapter
18
21
25
28
History of Cell Biology and Neuroscience
Control of Gene Expression
The Cytoskeleton
Life and Death of a Cell
1 + 2 Bear
7 Alberts
16 Alberts
18 + 22 Alberts
1
4
8
11
15
18
22
25
Intracellular Vesicle Traffic
Synaptic Transmission
Exam I
Membrane Structure
The Neuronal Membrane at Rest
The Action Potential
Structure of the Nervous System
Alzheimer’s Disease
13 Alberts
5 Bear
Feb
10 Alberts
3 Bear
4 Bear
7 Bear
Supplemental Readings
March
1
4
8
11
22
25
29
April
Exam II
The Eye and Retina
Central Visual System
The Auditory System
Somatic Sensory System
The Motor System
Restoration of Sensory and Motor Function
9 Bear
10 Bear
11 Bear
12 Bear
13 + 14 Bear
Supplemental Readings
May
1
5
8
12
15
19
22
26
Exam III
Language
Neurobiology and Molecular Biology of Sleep
Memory Systems
Mental Illness
Restoration of Brain Function
Finish up lectures
Review
0
Final Exam
May 5-11
20 Bear
19 Bear
24 + 25 Bear
22 Bear
Supplemental Readings