Nervous System

Course Description

This course provides an integrative overview of the structure and function of the mammalian nervous system with an emphasis on the human brain, the cranial nerves and the neurobiology relevant to the oral cavity. It begins with a series of lectures centered on cellular foundations, basic principles of cell signaling/neurophysiology and nervous system development. The major structures of the central and peripheral nervous system and their functions are also introduced. These sessions build foundations for more in-depth investigations at systems levels; sensory, motor, higher order, homeostatic and cranial systems are emphasized. For most topics, basic principles are reinforced using clinical examples from different dental disciplines and the interactive lectures are complemented and extended in student working group sessions that use the primary literature, case-based problem solving and other forms of active learning to solidify learning and make clinical connections. This course represents a coordinated teaching effort from the Departments of Neurobiology and Behavior, and Anesthesiology. 8 credits Grading S/F graded

Code

HBA 531

Credits

8

Subject

HBA