Neurobiology
Syllabus, Bachelor's level, 1BG207
- Code
- 1BG207
- Education cycle
- First cycle
- Main field(s) of study and in-depth level
- Biology G2F
- Grading system
- Fail (U), Pass (3), Pass with credit (4), Pass with distinction (5)
- Finalised by
- The Faculty Board of Science and Technology, 18 April 2011
- Responsible department
- Biology Education Centre
Learning outcomes
After completed course, the student should be able to
- describe the structure and function of neurons
- describe the central nervous system (CNS), the autonomous nervous system and the peripheral nervous system (PNS) including the structure and function of the sensory organs and describe how the interaction between these and the most important transmitters influence the functions of the body
- describe some of the higher functions of the brain, such as biological rhythms, emotions, memory and cognition
- know how the interaction between genes and environment influences personality and health
- compile and present a literature study and develop an ability to critical analysis and discussion by reviewing texts in the public and scientific papers
Content
The course gives deeper knowledge of molecular and cellular neurobiology and basic knowledge of general neurobiology. The emphasis is on the neurobiology of mammals (notably humans), but comparative studies are included as an important part.
The course introduction focuses on neuro-anatomy and basic cellular mechanisms such as transmitter release and electrophysiology. Thereafter integrated functions in the nervous system is described, from molecular to cognitive level, for example the different senses (sight, smell etc.), the neurobiology of the motion system, how the internal organs are regulated by the nerve system, biological rhythms, emotions.
Instruction
The teaching consists of lectures and laboratory sessions.
Assessment
To pass the course passed participation in compulsory part (laboratory sessions, seminars and literature seminars), passed laboratory report, passed oral half-time examinations and passed results of examination are required.
Credit points of the modules are: Written exam, 9 credits, laboratory practicals, 2 credits, seminars 2 credits and the literature seminar 2 credits.
Reading list
- Reading list valid from Autumn 2024
- Reading list valid from Autumn 2023
- Reading list valid from Autumn 2020
- Reading list valid from Autumn 2019
- Reading list valid from Autumn 2017
- Reading list valid from Autumn 2015
- Reading list valid from Spring 2013, version 2
- Reading list valid from Spring 2013, version 1
- Reading list valid from Autumn 2012
- Reading list valid from Autumn 2011, version 2
- Reading list valid from Autumn 2011, version 1
- Reading list valid from Spring 2010
- Reading list valid from Autumn 2008