Course

Introduction to Neuroscience, History of Neuroscience, Neuroanatomical planes, parts of Central Nervous system, Neurons and glia, Neurophysiology basics, resting potential, action potential, Synaptic transmission, types of synapses, behavior of neuron, initiation and propagation of action potential, Ion Channels and properties, Learning and plasticity at the synapse, Neurophysiology and Neuron Simulation Virtual Labs, Hodgkin-Huxley neuron, patch clamp physiology, electrophysiological techniques, basic protocols in neuroscience, Vision, Olfaction, Hearing, Motor system, Cerebellum, Brain disorders, Neural basis of Consciousness.  

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

This course deals with the study of structure and function of nervous system and how information is transmitted from one part to the other with emphasis on physiology, development, anatomy etc.

COURSE OUTCOME:

After completing the course, students shall be able to  

CO1. Describe the structural and functional organization of the nervous system, including key components such as neurons, glia, and major brain regions.

CO2. Explain the biophysical principles underlying neural signaling, including resting membrane potential, action potential, and synaptic transmission. 

CO3. Apply knowledge of ion channels, neural plasticity, and synaptic physiology to understand mechanisms of learning and memory.

CO4. Analyze sensory and motor pathways in the context of systems neuroscience, including vision, hearing, olfaction, motor control, and cerebellar functions.

CO5. Discuss neurological disorders and relate brain function to behavior and states of consciousness using current scientific understanding.

REFERENCES:

1. Kandel, E.R., Schwartz, J.H., Jessell, T.M., & Siegelbaum, S.A. (2013) Principles of Neural Science. 5th Edition. McGraw-Hill Professional.
   ISBN: 978-0071390118.
2. Neuroscience, 3rd ed, edited by Dale Purves, George J. Augustine, David Fitzpatrick, William C. Hall, Anthony-Samuel La Mantia, James O. McNamara, and S. Mark Williams. 2004. ISBN – 0-87893-725-0
3. Neuroscience Online, the Open-Access Neuroscience Electronic Textbook! http://neuroscience.uth.tmc.edu/, UT Austin
4. The Synaptic Organization of the Brain, 4th Edition, Gordon Shepherd (Editor), Oxford University Press.