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Course Info for PSYC - 261 - 02, Spring 2025
Class number: 2834 Title: Brain and Behavior Department: Psychology
Career: Undergraduate Component: Lecture Session: Regular
Instructor's Permission Required: No Grading Basis: Regular Units: 1.00
Enrollment limited to 30 Current enrollment: 33 Available seats: 0
Start date: Tuesday, January 21, 2025 End date: Friday, May 9, 2025 Mode of Instruction: In Person
Schedule: MW: 11:30AM-12:45PM, SH - N217 Instructor(s): Seraphin, Sally
Prerequisite(s): Prerequisite: C- or better in Psychology 101 or Biology 140 or Biology 181 or Biology 182 or Biology 183.
Distribution Requirement: Meets Natural Science & Wellness
Note: All seats reserved for PSYC or NESC majors.
Course Description:
A basic study of the structure and function of the mammalian nervous system with a comprehensive analysis of the biological bases of major classes of behavior. Specific topics include: neuroanatomy, neurophysiology, sensory and motor system functioning, motivated behaviors, learning and memory, emotions, sex, and language. Enrollment in laboratory limited. (1.25 course credits with optional laboratory) The course is designed for declared or intended psychology and neuroscience majors.