Behavioural Neuroscience

This is an introductory course that addresses selected topics in biology as applied to prokaryotes and eukaryotes. Cell biology, genetics, respiration, photosynthesis, evolution and ecology are discussed. (lec 3, lab 3) cr 3.

This course is a study of higher plants and animals with special emphasis on structure and function. Botanical topics include plant anatomy, reproduction, water relations, mineral nutrition, and control of growth and development. The zoological component includes the anatomy and physiology of animal tissues, organs and systems, and their functional integration. (lec 3, lab 3) cr 3.

This course provides an introduction to the fundamental principles of chemistry. Topics include atomic and molecular structure, nuclear chemistry, stoichiometry, the periodic table and periodicity, and the properties of solutions. PREREQ: Grade 12U level chemistry or CHMI 1041 or permission of the department. (lec 3, tut 1, lab 2) cr 3.

This course is a continuation of CHMI 1006. Topics include thermochemistry, chemical thermodynamics, kinetics, chemical equilibrium, acid-base chemistry, buffer solutions, electrochemistry and introductory organic chemistry. PREREQ: CHMI 1006 or 1041 (min. 80%). (lec 3, tut 1, lab 3) cr 3.

This is the first of two courses in introductory physics. The course covers mechanics (dynamics and kinematics), vectors and energy, properties of matter, heat and thermodynamics, and waves. Throughout this course, examples will be chosen from both the physical and the life sciences. (lec 3, tut 1, lab 3) cr 3. Students may not retain credit for both PHYS 1006 and PHYS 1206.

This is the second of two courses in introductory physics. The course covers geometrical optics, electricity and magnetism, and modern physics. Throughout this course, examples will be chosen from both the physical and the life sciences. PREREQ: PHYS 1006 or equivalent. (lec 3, tut 1, lab 3) cr 3. Students may not retain credit for both PHYS 1007 and PHYS 1207.

This course introduces physics concepts with emphasis on biological and clinical applications. Topics include mechanics, energy, work and heat, fluids, and vibrations. Specific biological and clinical applications include animal and human locomotion, hypo and hyperthermia, blood and air flow, and human and mammalian hearing. (lec 3, lab 3) cr 3. Students may not retain credit for both PHYS 1206 and PHYS 1006.

This course covers electric, magnetic, optical, and atomic phenomena as applied to the biological and clinical sciences. Topics include electric force and field, electric potential and potential energy, electric current, electromagnetic waves, geometric optics, atomic and nuclear physics, nuclear medicine, radiotherapy, and MRI. (lec 3, lab 3) cr 3. PREREQ: PHYS 1206 Students may not retain credit for both PHYS 1207 and PHYS 1007.

This course is a survey of contemporary psychology with reference to its historical development and emphasis on its present status and scientific methodology. It examines the biosocial bases of behaviour, development and personality, motivation, emotion, perception and learning. It involves scaling of behavioural variables, some descriptive statistics, and some elementary experiments and other practical work. (lec 2, lab/tut 1) cr 6. Prerequisite to all other PSYC courses. Students must achieve a minimum 60% grade to continue in a Psychology program.

This course introduces Mendelian inheritance, chromosomes, and the chemical basis of heredity, linkage, and crossing over. Topics include variations in chromosome structure and number, mutation, the structure and function of genes, and the use of statistics in the genetic analysis of quantitative characters. PREREQ: BIOL 1506/1507. (lec 3, lab 3) cr 3. Students may not retain credit for both BIOL 2007 and either BIOL 2011 or BIOL 3017.

This course is an introduction to the field of microbiology, with emphasis on the bacteria. Topics include classificatiion, morphology and structure, and physiology and growth of microorganisms. PREREQ: BIOL 1506/1507 or grade 12U level Biology for non-Science students. (lec 3, lab 3) cr 3. Students may not retain credit for BIOL 2026 and either BIOL 2110, BIOL 2111 or BIOL 3025.

This course introduces the structure and function of proteins and nucleic acids. Topics include protein structure and function, nucleic acid chemistry, DNA and its replication, the genetic code and protein synthesis, regulation of gene expression, cloning and gene isolation, DNA sequencing, and enzyme kinetics. PREREQ: CHMI 2426. (lec 3, lab 3) cr 3.

This course presents an introduction to organic chemistry. Topics include structure and bonding, nomenclature, stereochemistry, and an introduction to the chemistry of a few classes of organic compounds. PREREQ: CHMI 1006/7. (lec 3, lab 3, tut 1) cr 3.

This course includes a detailed investigation of the reactions of hydrocarbons and monofunctional organic compounds. The factors which affect these reactions are also discussed. PREREQ: CHMI 2426. (lec 3, lab 3, tut 1) cr 3.

This course provides an introduction to basic statistical concepts and techniques that are common to all disciplines in the social sciences. The principal topics include: data collection and description, the characteristics and features of the normal probability distribution, the formulation and testing of hypotheses, linear correlation and regression analyses. (lec 3) cr 3. Students may not retain credit for both STAT 2126 and STAT 1056, or any other introductory statistics course.

This course examines research methods and design of experiments. Students study a variety of inferential statistical procedures. PREREQ: STAT 2126 or equivalent statistics course (minimum 60%). (lec 2, tut 1) cr 3.

This course introduces the general relationships between human brain and human behaviour. Human behaviour, including sleep, dreams, memory, thought, motivation, and emotion are discussed in terms of brain structure, chemistry and electrical activity. Both known facts and realistic possibilities of brain function are considered. Some emphasis is placed on the contribution of psychological (and social) factors to brain structure, physiology, and human disease. A general introduction to psychopharmacology is offered. Prior high school courses in biology and chemistry are helpful. PREREQ: PSYC 1105 or 1st-year science course (preferably chemistry or biology). Students cannot retain credit for both NSCI 2606 and PSYC 2606. (lec 3, lab 3) cr 3.

This course examines normal behavioural and psychological correlates of the human brain. Pathological behaviours following trauma to different brain regions are discussed. Special emphasis is placed on the neurological aspects of psychosis, epilepsy, genetic disorders, and demyelinating diseases. Diagnostic tests, simple neurological evaluations, and phylo-genetic comparisons of brain function are considered. The student is expected to have a fair understanding of brain nomenclature. PREREQ: PSYC 2606. Students cannot retain credit for both NSCI 2617 and PSYC 2617. (lec 2, lab 1) cr 3.

This course introduces the basic and applied concepts of environmental microbiology. Topics include microbial metabolism, physiology, applied microbial genetics and industrial biology. PREREQ: BIOL 2026. (lec 3, lab 3) cr 3. Students may not retain credit for both BIOL 3026 and BIOL 3025.

The focus of this course is the histology of humans and other mammals. The morphology of the four tissue types will be examined at multiple scales ranging from the molecular to whole organ levels.An introduction to histotechniques will be included. PREREQ: BIOL 2105, BIOL 2706 or permission of instructor. (lec 3, lab 3) cr 3.

This course examines the physiology of the major organ systems of the vertebrate body. Emphasis is placed on the principles and mechanisms underlying the maintenance of internal homeostasis. PREREQ: BIOL 2105 or BIOL 2706 or equivalent. (lec 3, lab 3) cr 3.

This course will cover advanced concepts in genome structure and function. The topics to be covered include DNA structure, structure of chromatin, unique and repetitive sequences in genomic DNA, DNA replication, repair and recombination and the control of gene expression. PREREQ or COREQ: CHMI 3226. Accepted as a credit towards a program in Biology. Students may not retain credit for both CHMI 3217 and CHMI 4216. Lecture (3.00). Equivalent to CHMI-4216FL, CHMI-4216EL, CHMI-4216EL, CHMI-4216FL. Prerequisites: take CHMI-2227EL.

Topics include: intermediary metabolism of carbohydrates, lipids, and amino acids; regulation of metabolism; membrane structure and functions; transmembrane signalling and photosynthesis. PREREQ: CHMI 2227 & CHMI 2427 or 2425. (lec 3, lab 3) cr 3 Lecture (3.00). Equivalent to CHMI-3226FL, CHMI-3226EA.

Topics include: univariate analysis of variance including factorial designs; multiple regression; the design of complex psychological experiments; the gathering, scrutiny, and transformation of psychological data; performance and interpretation of advanced computer analyses. PREREQ: PSYC 2127 (min 60%). (lec 3, tut 1) cr 3.

A detailed description and evaluation of drugs that influence human behaviour. Although the greatest emphasis is upon the biochemical mechanisms and psychological effects of drugs used within clinical settings, all major pharmacological classes are covered. Since prediction of drug effects requires an understanding of chemical pathways and their location within the human brain, the student should have a basic understanding of chemistry and neuroanatomy. PREREQ: PSYC 2606 and 2617 or permission of the department. (lec 3) cr 3. Students cannot retain credit for both NSCI 3506 and PSYC 3506.

A precise study of neuroanatomical details, neurochemistry and neuroelectricity. Comparisons of human and rat brains are discussed in terms of both gross and specific behavioural patterns. Emphasis is placed on acquiring sufficient information to allow a more profound and versatile prediction of normal and abnormal human behaviour. PREREQ: PSYC 2606 and BIOL 1700 or 1506/7, or permission of the department. (lec 3, lab 3) cr 3. Students cannot retain credit for both NSCI 3507 and PSYC 3507.

This course is an introduction to the study of animal behaviour with emphasis on the ethological approach. (lec 3, lab 3) cr 3. This course fulfills a requirement for an elective in a psychology concentration, major, or specialization.

This course is a study of the ecophysiological aspects of animal life and the principles of adaptation. It includes an examination of the physiological responses of vertebrates to such environmental factors as temperature, light, drought, humidity, salinity, atmospheric pressure, oxygen levels, etc. and explores those strategies which allow vertebrates to adapt to rigorous climatic conditions and selected environmental habitats. PREREQ: BIOL 3756 or equivalent. (lec 3, lab 3) cr 3.

A discussion of the structure and function of membrane systems, such as myelin, plasma, mitochondrial, chloroplast and bacterial membranes. Examines the dynamic aspects associated with membranes such as transport of ions and metabolites, the transduction of energy and receptor-effector interactions. PREREQ: CHMI 3226. (lec 3) cr 3 Lecture (3.00). Equivalent to CHMI-4217FL.

An introduction to the molecular aspects of the immune response. Topics include: structure, synthesis and function of antibodies, the nature of the antibody/antigen interaction, structure of the antigen receptors and of the MHC (Major Histocompatibility Complex) molecules, structure of the major cytokines and their receptors, and major molecular events involved in immune response. PREREQ: CHMI 3226 (may be taken concurrently). (lec 3) cr 3 Lecture (3.00). Equivalent to CHMI-4297FL.

This course is an experimental or other empirical investigation (such as psychometric study) including a report on a psychological topic to be authorized and supervised by the department. Animal or human research requires review by the appropriate Laurentian Ethics Committee. PREREQ: minimum 42 PSYC credits in the specialized program, plus PSYC 3256 (minimum 60%). (lec 1, sem 2) cr 9.

An advanced course in neuroanatomical circuitry. Learning of tract systems and nuclear groups of the brain is required in conjunction with their functions and as an outline reference for topographic brain chemistry. Normal and abnormal behaviours are viewed in terms of the neuroanatomical structures. Includes lab work and specialized techniques in neurosurgery for the rat. PREREQ: PSYC 2606 and 3507. (lec 3, lab 3) cr 3. Students cannot retain credit for both NSCI 4706 and PSYC 4706.

A detailed analysis of data and theories concerned with the electrical, magnetic and chemical correlates of behaviour and brain function. Two topics are centrally discussed: the physical mechanisms of memory and learning, and the electromagnetic and chemical features of thoughts and consciousness. The multifaceted aspects of behaviour, physiology and biochemistry are viewed with respect to measurable electrical and magnetic processes of living organisms. Course material assumes the student is familiar with neuroanatomical matrices. PREREQ: PSYC 2606 and 3507. (lec 3) cr 3. Students cannot retain credit for both NSCI 4707 and PSYC 4707.

Students examine, in depth, current literature in the neurosciences. The course is designed to encourage integration of knowledge as a conclusion to the Neuroscience program, to facilitate the synthesis of new ideas, and to promote effective articulation (oral and written) of these ideas. PREREQ: minimum 42 credits in Behavioural Neuroscience program or permission of the instructor. (lec 3) cr 3. Students cannot retain credit for both NSCI 4907 and PSYC 4907.