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NS 671 - Neurobiology of Mental Illness

(3 units)
Exploration of major psychiatric disorders with an emphasis on the neurobiological mechanisms. (BIOL 671and NS 671 are cross-listed; credits may be earned in one of the two.)

Grading Basis: Graded
Units of Lecture: 3
Offered: Every Fall

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. describe and assess common neurosciences techniques useful for the study of psychiatric disorders.
2. evaluate pathophysiological phenomenon associate with mental illness.
3. read and explore literature covering brain disorders.
4. demonstrate their deeper understanding of chosen topics in the field of Mental Illness by researching primary literature, generating novel hypotheses and predictions, and designing experiments.


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