NRS Neuroscience Courses|
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NRS201H1
Neuroscience 26L
A survey of brain systems, including evolution and development of the nervous
system, brain stem system for defensive and approach responses, limbic and
cortical systems for learning, and higher brain functions. Techniques for study
of brain systems including pharmacology, gene targeting and human brain
imaging are introduced.
Exclusion: PSY290H
Prerequisite: BIO150Y;
PSY101H/100Y
Pre- or co-requisite: PSL300H/ZOO252Y
NRS202H1
Neuroanatomy 26L
This is a rigorous, introductory course that presents the functional and
comparative anatomy of the vertebrate brain. It is designed for students who
intend to continue with studies in the Neurosciences and related areas.
Pre- or co-requisite: PSL300H/302Y/PSY290H/ZOO252Y
NRS299Y1
Research Opportunity Program
Credit course for supervised participation in faculty research project. See page
44 for details.
NRS302H1
Neuroscience Laboratory 36P
A practical course covering many aspects of neuroscience including membrance
potentials, muscle contraction, sensory mechanisms, perception, reflexes,
reaction time and reward mechanisms. Writing skills are emphasized. (First
offered in 2001-02)
Exclusion: PSY399H
Prerequisite: NRS201H, 202H; Neuroscience Specialist
NRS400Y1
Project in Neuroscience 8S, 156P
Laboratory research project on a neuroscience topic, with reading assignments
leading to a final report and oral presentation. By special arrangement
with a staff member in the Physiology, Psychology or Zoology departments.
Prerequisite: NRS201H, 202H
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