The course will familiarize students with the basics of biological bases of behaviour including psychophysiology and behaviour genetics.
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24CPSY113 |
Introduction to Biopsychology (Theory) |
CO11: Understand the fundamental physiological processes, historical development and scientific methods underlying human behaviour. CO12: Explain the principles of nerve cell functioning. CO13: Understand the role of central nervous system in governing human behaviour. CO14: Develop awareness about the role of peripheral nervous system in human body. CO15: Identify the role of various endocrinal glands in bodily functioning. CO16: Contribute effectively in course-specific interaction. |
Approach in teaching: Interactive Lectures, Discussion, Reading assignments, Team teaching Learning activities for the students: Self-learning assignments, Effective questions, Seminar presentation, Giving tasks |
Class test, Semester end examinations, Quiz, Assignments, Individual and group presentation |
Nature and Scope; Approaches; Techniques for Studying Brain Functions-Ablation, Static Images-CT Scan and MRI, Recording Nervous System Activity- Electrical Recording, PET, fMRI, Measuring Chemical Activity- Autoradiography & Microdialysis
Structure and Functions of Neurons; Types (on the basis of their structure & function); Neural Conduction – Electrical and Synaptic Transmission; Neurotransmitters- Characteristics and Functions
CNS: Brain and Spinal Cord-Structure and Functions;
PNS: Autonomic Nervous System and Somatic Nervous System-Structure and Functions
Endocrine System; Difference between Endocrine and Exocrine System; Functions and Abnormalities of Major Endocrine Glands-Pituitary, Thyroid, Adrenal, Pancreas, Gonad, Pineal
Sleep stages; Disorders of Sleep; Brain areas responsible for sleep & arousal; Theories of Sleep; Circadian Rhythms ; Neural Control of Circadian Rhythms
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