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Academic Year 2000/2001

Neural Systems and Behavior
BIOL 249 FA
Crosslistings:
NS&B 249

Basic and integrative processes of nervous systems are considered with attention to their roles in species-typical behaviors. Initial consideration of cellular properties of individual nerve cells, synaptic interactions and neuroanatomy forms the basis for studying systems of neurons and their behavioral significance during the remainder of the semester. Topics include sensory transduction, central processing of sensory information, neuronal basis of control and production of behaviors, sensory basis of orienting and navigation and sensory-motor integration.

MAJOR READINGS

Textbook readings are supplemented by review articles and primary research reports from the literature of neurobiology are placed on reserve in the science library. Readings total about 20-30 pages per week.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and/or COMMENTS

If prerequisites are not met, consent of the instructor is required.

Unless preregistered students attend the first class meeting or communicate directly with the instructor prior to the first class, they will be dropped from the class list. NOTE: Students must still submit a completed Drop/Add form to the Registrar's Office.

COURSE FORMAT: Lecture/Discussion

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Level: UGRD    Credit: 1    Gen Ed Area Dept: NONE    Grading Mode: Graded   

Prerequisites: (BIOL207 AND NS&B213) OR (BIOL207 AND BIOL213) Links to Web Resources For This Course.

Last Updated on MAR-26-2001

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