Brunjes is awesome. He's just a funny, old fashioned, somewhat corny prof that really loves the stuff he's teaching and wants you to love it, too. His lectures are a little old-school in that he doesn't use power points or post notes, so you have to go to class and listen. Also do the reading: there isn't a lot of overlap of details between lecture and text, and both are covered equally on exams. If you don't have any background in science, this can be a tough class, but Brunjes does a great job of breaking things down and tying things together. If you do have a background in science, it can be really hard to get motivated to put in the work, because the content is broad and shallow. Don't give in: the tests can get pretty nit-picky and if you don't keep up, you'll basically hate yourself...
PSYC 2200
A Survey of the Neural Basis of BehaviorTotal Hours / Week
Grade Distribution
162 Reviews
It's pretty much a bio class, but he tells all the pre-med kids to take a different class on the first day. Lectures are pretty interesting, and he covers all of the important material, but be prepared to answer test questions about minute details from the textbook that he never addressed.
Professor Brunjes is a genius and knows so much of this subject. His lectures are interesting and sometimes filled with witty humor. However, if you don't do the reading, some of his lectures can get very confusing, as he tends to jump around in explaining certain subjects. This class is quite challenging but if you perserve it is definitely worthwhile. Just be sure to actually do the readings, and go to lectures.
The tests are hard. A fun class, interesting lectures, fair grading. Just because you don't understand a curve doesn't mean its not fair. He sets out goals, rules, and format clearly at the beginning of the class, and then follows that format exactly. Ultimately a rewarding class, and worth the time.
Professor Brunjes is an amazing lecturer. He made the class very worthwhile and was extremely informative. He also really knows what he is talking about and is very passionate about the subject matter.
The class is really interesting but the midterms are very difficult. Look through old tests, and study details.
Prof Brunjes is a hilarious guy. He's a good teacher - very clear and approachable. The material is interesting, and he does a good job presenting it.
Peter Brunjes is an amazing professor. He knows the material like the back of his hand and shares his enthusiasm with the class. His exams are VERY HARD. However, if you study hard enough and do the previous exams, you will do very well in the course.
BRUNJES!!!!! i heart you.
I found this class to be fascinating, and Brunjes was interesting and quite funny at times.