PSYC 345 - Biological Foundations Of Behavior

Credit(s): 3
This course will provide students with a general introduction to the underlying biological principles and mechanisms which give rise to complex human cognitive and emotional behavior. Some of the topics covered include the anatomical structure of nerve cells and how they communicate, properties of brain organization and function, processing in sensory and motor systems, biological rhythms, motivated behavior, the effects of psychotropic medications and neural and hormonal influences on health and emotion. This class has a lab component.

Prerequisites: PSYC 101, BIOL 110 and BIOL 110L or BIOL higher class and lab. PSYC 345L must be taken concurrently unless previously passed.
Course Level: Undergraduate