Students investigate the neural basis of behaviour. They examine the structure, function, and development of the nervous system, how nerve impulses are generated, and how neurons integrate information to produce behaviour. They explore basic neural mechanisms involved in sensation, perception, feeding, motor control, sleep, emotions, learning, and memory. They also survey neuroscientific research methods used to study the brain and behaviour in healthy and clinical populations. With this foundational understanding of the neural basis of behaviour students are prepared for further study in the fields of neuroscience, psychology, healthcare, research, education, and more. Recommended prerequisites: PSYC 1111 and PSYC 1211 Note: Students will only receive credit for one of PSYC 2041 and PSYC 2040.
Students investigate the neural basis of behaviour. They examine the structure, function, and development of the nervous system, how nerve impulses are generated, and how neurons integrate information to produce behaviour. They explore basic neural mechanisms involved in sensation, perception, feeding, motor control, sleep, emotions, learning, and memory. They also survey neuroscientific research methods used to study the brain and behaviour in healthy and clinical populations. With this foundational understanding of the neural basis of behaviour students are prepared for further study in the fields of neuroscience, psychology, healthcare, research, education, and more. Recommended prerequisites: PSYC 1111 and PSYC 1211 Note: Students will only receive credit for one of PSYC 2041 and PSYC 2040.
