PSYC 3728 - Biopsychology
Summer 2026 Syllabus, Section 01, CRN 30160,
Credit hours: 3
Course Meeting Times
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Instructor
James E Juergensen
Professional Qualifications:
Ph.D. in Experimental Psychology from Case Western Reserve University
Master’s in Experimental Psychology from Case Western Reserve University
Bachelor’s in Psychology from Youngstown State University
Associate Professor
Email: jejuergensen@ysu.edu
Office: Beeghly Hall 4104
Office Phone: 3305405432
Additional Contact Methods:
jejuergensen@ysu.edu
Preferred Contact Method: Email
Communication Expectations:
I will do my best to respond to emails ASAP, within 48 hours
How to Refer to me:
Dr. Juergensen; Professor Juergensen
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Course Description
Course Readings
| Group | Title | Author | ISBN |
|---|---|---|---|
| Required | Biopsychology (11th edition) | Pinel | 8220144565407 |
| Required | Behave | Sapolsky | 9780735222786 |
Behave must be purchased through Perusall in order to complete assigned discussions and readings.
The course readings are subject to change in the event of extenuating circumstances, research developments, current events, and/or to ensure better learning.
Assignments/Assessments
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Schedule of Topics and Assignments
| Week of | Reading(s) | Proposed Topic | Due/To Prepare for Class |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6/29 | Brain Introduction, Pages 20-30 | Chapter 1 Introduction; Chapter 2 Evolution, Genetics, Experience | 5 Video Lectures, 1 exam, 1 Perusall Reading Assignment |
| 7/6 | The Amygdala, Pages 31-44 | Chapter 3 Nervous System; Chapter 4 Neural Conduction 1st half | 4 Video Lectures, 1 exam, 1 Perusall Reading Assignment |
| 7/13 | Frontal Cortex, Pages 45-54 | Chapter 4 Neural conduction; 2nd half TED Talk: How to Make Stress Your Friend | 4 Video Lectures, 1 exam, 1 Perusall Reading Assignment |
| 7/20 | Rewards, Pages 64-74 | Chapter 6 Vision; Chapter 7 Sensation | 4 Video Lectures, 1 exam, 1 Perusall Reading Assignment |
| 7/27 | Testosterone, Oxytocin, Pages 99-111 | Chapter 11 Memory; Chapter 12 Health | 4 Video Lectures, 1 exam, 1 Perusall Reading Assignment |
| 8/3 | Stress, Pages 124-136 | Chapter 14 Sleep; Chapter 15 Drugs | 4 Video Lectures, 1 exam, 1 Perusall Reading Assignment |
| 8/10 | Adolescence, Pages 156-168 | Chapter 16 Split Brain; Gazzaniga Split brain Video; Chapter 17 Emotion | 4 Video Lectures, 1 exam, 1 Perusall Reading Assignment |
The course schedule, policies, procedures, and assignments in this course are subject to change in the event of extenuating circumstances, by mutual agreement, and/or to ensure better learning.