Undergraduate Catalog

BIOL H305 Fundamental Neuroscience (honors)

Outlines basic concepts in neuroscience including: neurons, glial cells, the action potential and mechanisms of neurotransmitter action. Neuroanatomy will be examined and specific functions of brain regions will be explored in terms of learning and memory, language, behavioral neuroendocrinology, and neurological and psychiatric disorders. Junior and senior science and psychology majors.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

Permission of the Director of the Honors Program required.