Neurobiology of Communication (202-0-1)

Instructors

Adrian Rodriguez Contreras

Meeting Info

Frances Searle Building 2370: Mon, Wed, Fri 11:00AM - 11:50AM

Overview of class

Human anatomy, physiology, and neurology in relation to communicative behavior. Sensory, perceptual, cognitive, and motor processes.

Registration Requirements

Undergraduate students

Learning Objectives

Understand basic mechanisms of cellular communication between neural cells. Describe the microscopic and macroscopic structure of the human brain. Apply neurobiological concepts of sensation and motor control to the process of human communication in physiological and pathological contexts.

Evaluation Method

Weekly assignments, two midterm exams and a final exam.

Class Materials (Required)

Readings, videos and assignments available on Canvas.

Resource is on reserve at library
Materials are posted on Canvas

Class Materials (Suggested)

Primary research literature.

Class Notes

This is an introductory course to neurobiology topics that are relevant for students interested in the science of communication. Emphasis is placed in how cells in the nervous system communicate with each other, with applications in the context of current views on the anatomical and functional organization of the human brain.

Class Attributes

Natural Sciences Distro Area