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Classes
BIONB 1220
Course Description
The First-Year Writing Seminar is about introducing concepts in neuroscience and behavior and writing extensively about them. Topics vary by section. view course details
FWS Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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Section Topic
Topic: FWS:Evolution on Islands-Islands Unique Species
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- MW Corson-Mudd W364
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Sen, R
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
For more information about First-Year Writing Seminars, see the Knight Institute website at http://knight.as.cornell.edu/.
FWS Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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Section Topic
Topic: FWS: Stories in Science
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- MW Corson-Mudd W358
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Srivastava, B
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
For more information about First-Year Writing Seminars, see the Knight Institute website at http://knight.as.cornell.edu/.
BIONB 2210
Course Description
General introduction to the field of animal behavior. Topics include evolution and behavior, behavioral ecology, sociobiology, chemical ecology, communication, orientation and navigation. view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: BIONB 2210
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- MWF Uris Hall G01
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Dietz, S
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Prerequisite: two majors-level biology courses. Priority is given to students studying neurobiology and behavior. Not open to first-year students. May be taken independently of BIONB 2220. Enrollment limited to 15 students per 4-credit disc. Four-credit option required of students in neurobiology and behavior program of study. Three credits with no discussion section; 4 credits with one disc per week and writing assignments.
Regular Academic Session. Choose one lecture and one discussion. Combined with: BIONB 2210
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Credits and Grading Basis
4 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- MWF Uris Hall G01
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Dietz, S
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Prerequisite: two majors-level biology courses. Priority is given to students studying neurobiology and behavior. Not open to first-year students. May be taken independently of BIONB 2220. Enrollment limited to 15 students per 4-credit disc. Four-credit option required of students in neurobiology and behavior program of study. Three credits with no discussion section; 4 credits with one disc per week and writing assignments.
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- T Stocking Hall 202
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Dietz, S
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- T Riley-Robb Hall 225
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Dietz, S
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- T M Van Rensselaer Hall 1151
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Dietz, S
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- T Stocking Hall 202
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Dietz, S
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- W Stocking Hall 201
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Dietz, S
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- W Corson-Mudd W364
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Dietz, S
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- W Malott Hall 205
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Dietz, S
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- R Stocking Hall 202
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Dietz, S
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- R Stocking Hall M01
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Dietz, S
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
BIONB 3220
Course Description
Covers comparative and evolutionary approaches to the study of the relationship between peripheral hormones and neuroendocrine mechanisms in vertebrates, including humans, with sexual behavior, affiliative ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: HD 3220, PSYCH 3220, PSYCH 7220
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- MWF Uris Hall 202
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Ophir, A
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Department Consent Required (Add)
BIONB 3240
Course Description
This course is designed to provide an introduction to experimental research on the neural basis of behavior and cognition in animals. Topics will include basic neuroanatomy and neurophysiology, neural ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: PSYCH 3240
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- W Uris Hall B15
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Smith, D
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Instructor Consent Required (Add)
BIONB 3920
Course Description
Introduction to neuropharmacology, with an emphasis on the neural mechanisms of psychoactive drugs. Topics include a brief introduction to neuropharmacology and a discussion of the major neurotransmitter ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Choose one lecture and one discussion.
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Credits and Grading Basis
4 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TR Corson-Mudd A106
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Ellwood, I
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Prerequisite: BIONB 2220 or equivalent course in neurobiology by permission of instructor. Recommended prerequisite: knowledge of biochemistry. Dis TBA.
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- W Corson-Mudd W358
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Ellwood, I
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- W Corson-Mudd W358
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Ellwood, I
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- M Corson-Mudd W358
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Ellwood, I
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- W Corson-Mudd W358
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Ellwood, I
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- M Corson-Mudd W358
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Ellwood, I
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- W Corson-Mudd W358
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Ellwood, I
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
BIONB 3950
Course Description
Focuses on how different molecular and genetic approaches have led to major advances in neuroscience. Lectures, student presentations, and discussions examine original research articles. Topics include: ... view course details
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- MW Corson-Mudd W364
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Deitcher, D
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Prerequisite: BIONB 2220 or BIOMG 3300 or BIOMG 3320.
BIONB 4200
Course Description
Courses on selected topics in neurobiology and behavior; can include lecture and seminar courses. Topics vary by section; see Class Roster. view course details
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1 Credit Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
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Section Topic
Topic: Emotions and the body
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- W Corson-Mudd A305
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Warden, M
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Prerequisites: BioNB 2220 or equivalent.
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
2 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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Section Topic
Topic: Neurodegenerative Diseases
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TR Comstock Hall-Academic II B104
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Trigiani, L
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
BIONB 4330
Course Description
A seminar series examining current and classical ideas in human sciences and the humanities. Themes vary from semester to semester. view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: COGST 4310, PSYCH 4320
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits GradeNoAud(Letter grades only (no audit))
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Section Topic
Topic: Varieties of Freedom
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- M Uris Hall 205
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Edelman, S
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
BIONB 4980
Course Description
Designed to give qualified undergraduate students teaching experience through actual involvement in planning and assisting in biology courses. This experience may include supervised participation in a ... view course details
Project Session Full.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1-4 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TBA
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Devoogd, T
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
Permission of instructor is required. Students from all Colleges must submit a CALS Special Studies Form (https://cals.cornell.edu/undergraduate-students/student-services/academic-resources/special-studies-academic-policies-and-petitions-and-forms/undergraduate-special-studies-enrollment-non-structured-credit). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a Permission Code.
Instructor Consent Required (Add)
Project Session Full.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1-4 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TBA
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Dietz, S
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
Permission of instructor is required. Students from all Colleges must submit a CALS Special Studies Form (https://cals.cornell.edu/undergraduate-students/student-services/academic-resources/special-studies-academic-policies-and-petitions-and-forms/undergraduate-special-studies-enrollment-non-structured-credit). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a Permission Code.
Instructor Consent Required (Add)
BIONB 7201
Course Description
A weekly journal club-style discussion. Graduate students may be expected to present a summary of their research or a summary of research in the literature related to their thesis once per year. view course details
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1 Credit S/U NoAud(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory (no audit))
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- T Corson-Mudd W358
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Raguso, R
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Enrollment limited to: graduate students.
BIONB 7210
Course Description
Designed to assist students in mapping their graduate careers and in choosing and pursuing transformative and tractable thesis topics. The core of the course will be open-ended discussions directed by ... view course details
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
2 Credits S/U NoAud(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory (no audit))
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- R Corson-Mudd W364
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Sheehan, M
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Requirement for graduate students majoring in neurobiology and behavior. Corequisite: BIONB 2210 and 2220.
BIONB 7212
Course Description
In-depth discussions of career choices for academic biologists to empower them to manage their careers. Topics to be covered insclude developing strong CVs, personal statements, public speaking and interviw ... view course details
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1 Credit Sat/Unsat(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- T Corson-Mudd W364
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Staff
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Prerequisite: Intended for graduate students, post A-Exam preferred. Postdoctoral fellows may audit with permission of instructor.
Instructor Consent Required (Add)
BIONB 7640
Course Description
Group intensive study of current research in plant-insect interactions. Topics vary from semester to semester but include chemical defense, coevolution, insect community structure, population regulation, ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: BIOEE 7640, ENTOM 7640
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Credits and Grading Basis
1 Credit Sat/Unsat(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- F Comstock Hall-Academic II 2123
- Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
Instructors
Agrawal, A
Casteel, C
Kessler, A
Poveda, K
Raguso, R
Thaler, J
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Hybrid-Online and In Person
Permission of instructor is required for undergraduates. May be repeated for credit.