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2020-2021 Graduate Catalog 
    
2020-2021 Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

NEUR 6040 - Neuroethology


4 Hours
(Cross-listed with BIOL 6050 .). This course covers sensorimotor coding of behavior in a diverse array of animals including bats, owls, electric fish, and songbirds. It provides a unique perspective for students who want to understand the general principles underlying neural control of behavior. Students will read classic papers as well as cutting-edge primary literature.

Prerequisite(s): NEUR 6010  or BIOL 6102  with a C or higher, or consent of instructor The neural basis of natural animal behavior.
Corequisite(s): None.
Pre/Corequisite(s): None.
Requirements: None.