PSYC 311 - Biological Psychology Laboratory

    Recent Professors
    Palwasha Ahad, Marcia McCormick
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Spring 2025
    Class Size
    Not published
    Credits
    1
    Prerequisite
    None.
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of PSYC 311
    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5C · IGETC Area 5B · IGETC Area 5C · CSU GE Area B3 · CSU GE Area B2
    Description
    This course involves the applied study of the nervous system focusing on its anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, and impact on behavioral and mental processes. It provides a foundation in the principles of the scientific method and practical experience in its application to the study of biological psychology. Specific topics include anatomy, physiology, and organization of the nervous system, with special emphasis on the brain; anatomy and physiology of the neuron; physiology of nerves and nerve conduction; the biochemistry of the synapse; anatomy and physiology of sensory systems; and psychophysical examination of sensation and perception. It utilizes brain dissection procedures, interactive computer simulations, and lab experiments with data collection and analysis.
    Usually Held
    Mon Tue Sat, Fri 1:00pm–4:05pm, Fri 9:00am–12:05pm, Tue 9:00am–12:05pm