COURSE DESCRIPTION - Various topics related to the structure and function of the central and peripheral nervous systems will be included in this course as well as basic concepts in neurophysiology, neurodevelopment, and neurochemistry, gross and micro-neuroanatomy, neuropathology, and functional systems. Lecture material will be augmented by weekly laboratory sessions.

PREREQUISITES - Principles of Biology I and II

OBJECTIVE:   The main goal of this course is the understanding of the interrelationship of cellular, molecular, and behavioral mechanism of the central and peripheral nervous systems during health and disease.

REQUIRED TEXT: THE HUMAN BRAIN: An Introduction to its Functional Anatomy, Nolte, J., Fourth Edition,  Mosby, St. Louis, 1999.

READINGS:   Chapters from the assigned text MUST be read before the appropriate lectures. Outlines for each chapter will be given to aid in the study of the material covered. Reading of additional handouts, which supplement the text and lectures, is strongly recommended. These handouts will include clinical topics and current directions in neurobiological research. Additional primary and secondary sources will be available to support and supplement the text and to serve as the beginning for researching your topic.

STUDENT EVALUATIONS:

50% = 2 SCHEDULED EXAMINATIONS**

EXAM I - Anatomy and Physiology of the Brain
EXAM II - Anatomy and Physiology of the CNS and PNS

30% = COMPUTER AND LABORATORY REPORTS

10% - SHORT PAPER ON NEUROBIOLOGY TOPIC OF YOUR CHOICE

(title should be submitted in writing no later than 3/26/01 and include five primary sources; the final paper should include at least 8 primary sources)

10% - CLASS ASSIGNMENTS AND PARTICIPATION (includes attendance)