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BIOL 482 - Neurobiology

(4 credits)
Prerequisite: BIOL 200 with a minimum grade of “C-“; and BIOL 251 with a minimum grade of “C-” or BIOL 373 with a minimum grade of “C-“; and MATH 141 or MATH 161/161E or equivalent; or consent of instructor
Corequisite: BIOL 482L

Nervous system ultrastructure, and the chemical and physiological properties of mammalian nerve cells will be discussed. Topics will include an examination of cell types, membrane potentials and synaptic transmission. Sensory and motor functions of nerves; reflex mechanisms; autonomic nervous functions; and central nervous system functions such as learning, memory and vision will also be covered. Three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory weekly. Offered alternate years. May be taken for graduate-level credit.