Neurophysiology: How the Brain Thinks

PHYSCI X 435

Learn the molecular, cellular, and circuitry mechanisms that underlie the functioning of the mammalian nervous system, especially the human brain.

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Online
Starting at $900.00
As few as 11 weeks
4.0

What you can learn.

  • Explore the current neurophysiological understanding of human emotions, speech, and language processing
  • Recognize the relationship between the human brain, sleep, learning, and memory
  • Evaluate new findings in related to the human brain and science

About this course:

This course explores the molecular, cellular, and circuitry mechanisms that underlie the function of the mammalian nervous system, with special emphasis on the human brain. Topics include analysis of electrical properties of neurons, chemical communication between neurons, cellular processes responsible for synaptic transmission as well as short- and long-term plasticity, and the functional organization of the central nervous system.
Prerequisites
Students should possess a basic knowledge of biology, neuroanatomy, general physiology, and electrical principles.

Winter 2025 Schedule

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Instructor: Joseph Esdin
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$900.00
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Notes

Midterm and final exams are proctored online; additional requirements include microphone, headphones/ speakers, and webcam.

Enrollment limited to 25. Enrollment deadline: January 10, 2025. Internet access required. Materials required. 

Enrollment is typically reserved for adult students 18 years of age and older. Students under 18 years of age may receive consent to enroll based on special academic competence and approval by the instructor. If you are a student under 18 years of age, you must submit a request to enroll in the course 8 weeks before the course start date to mentalhealth@uclaextension.edu for your request to be considered.

Refund Deadline
No refunds after January 10, 2025
Course Requirements
Book: Neuroscience

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