BIOL 5311 - Neurobiology

Three credit hours.

This course examines the functioning of the nervous system, with emphasis on vertebrates- in particular, humans. The course covers the structure and function of neurons as fundamental unit of the nervous system, functional neuroanatomy, and the basic principles of nervous system development.

Prerequisites: 16 hours in biology or consent of instructor; CHEM 1401 or 1403 strongly encouraged.