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Systems and Behavioral Neuroscience (206-0-20)

Instructors

Joseph Andrew Miri

Meeting Info

Pancoe Building Abbott Aud: Mon, Wed, Fri 10:00AM - 10:50AM

Overview of class

NEUROSCI 206 introduces broad topics in neuroscience with an emphasis on structure and function of the mammalian central nervous system. In the first section of class, you will learn about brain development and anatomy, and methods for studying the brain. In the second section of class, you will learn how brain circuits contribute to sensation (vision, touch, taste, smell, hearing, and balance). In the third section of class, you will learn about how brain circuits contribute to movement. In the final section of the class, you will learn how brain circuits contribute to diverse cognitive processes including emotion, memory, and speech. As new topics are introduced, you will learn about the research foundation of existing knowledge, and the many exciting unanswered questions that remain.

Registration Requirements

Prerequisite: NEUROSCI 202-0 or NEUROSCI 311-0 or BIOL_SCI 302-0.

Learning Objectives

By completing this course, you will learn
Neuroscience vocabulary
The basic organization of the central nervous system and its component systems
Methods used to study the nervous system and their strengths and limitations
Historical perspectives and recent developments in neuroscience research
This core knowledge will provide a foundation for advanced coursework that delves more deeply into specific topics in neuroscience.

Teaching Method

Lectures; discussion of research articles.

Evaluation Method

Two midterm exams, final exam.

Class Materials (Required)

Neuroscience, 7th Edition by Dale Purves et al.
ISBN -13: 978-0197616246, ISBN-10:0197616240 cost new $164.99 electronic versions are also allowed.

Computer and Internet access. To review lectures, submit assignments, and complete exams you will need regular access to Canvas and regular access to a computer that can download and display audio, video, PowerPoint, and PDF files.

Class Materials (Suggested)

none

Class Notes

Prerequisite: Students must have completed NEUROSCI 202-0 or NEUROSCI 311-0 or BIOL_SCI 302-0 to register for this course.

Open to any student who meets the prerequisites beginning on November 22, 2024.

Class Attributes

Natural Sciences Distro Area

Enrollment Requirements

Enrollment Requirements: At this time, registration is reserved for neuroscience majors or by department consent. Prerequisite: Student must have completed NEUROSCI 202-0, or NEUROSCI 311-0, or BIOL_SCI 302-0.