Foundations of Neural Control of Movement

3 credits · Undergraduate Programs

An examination of the nervous system and its role in controlling movement. Emphasis is placed on understanding the basic anatomy and neurophysiology of the central and peripheral nervous systems. Topics include the properties of individual neurons and neural circuits that support human movement. This basic understanding is supplemented by discussion of neurological injuries, diseases and disorders that compromise human movement. Prerequisite(s): Kinesiology 251 and 260.