Human Neuropsychology

Catalog description

This course will serve as an introduction to the study of human neuropsychology. Students will learn about the basic structure and function of human nervous system, neurophysiology, neuroanatomy, neurochemistry and the methods used in neuropsychological research. Students will understand basic sensory and motor functions and more complex behaviors such as learning and memory, language, emotion, visuoperception and consciousness. This course is a prerequisite for Neuropsychological Assessment.