Neuroscience

This course introduces students to neuroscience by examining the brain and its relationship to behavior. The topics covered range from neuroanatomy and nervous system development to cell structure, function and signaling, associated sensory systems and information processing, in addition to executive functions such as learning, memory, cognitive, and speech. Emphasis is placed on broad concepts. Laboratory exercises augment topics covered in lecture. Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of C in the following courses: BIOL 3100 and (ASLH 2010 or BIOL 2080K).