Official Course Description: MCCCD Approval: 05/24/94
EEG210 19946-20046	LEC	3 Credit(s)	3 Period(s)
Applied Neurophysiology
Introduction to central nervous system. Emphasis on conduction pathways, anatomy, and blood supply. Survey of neurotransmitters, pharmacology and current research. Prerequisites: BIO201.

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MCCCD Official Course Competencies:
EEG210   19946-20046	Applied Neurophysiology

1.	Diagram and describe major cortical gross anatomy and function. (I)
2.	Diagram and describe major diencephalic anatomy and function. (II)
3.	Diagram and describe major brainstem anatomy and function. (III)
4.	Diagram and describe major cerebellar anatomy and function. (IV)
5.	Diagram and describe major spinal cord anatomy and function. (V)
6.	Describe the gross anatomy and function of the limbic system. (VI)
7.	Describe the anatomy and function of the meninges and cerebrospinal fluid. (VII)
8.	Describe the pattern of cerebrovascular blood flow. (VIII)
9.	Describe the embryology of the central nervous system. (IX)
10.	Identify functional areas of the cerebral cortex using conventional systems. (X)
11.	Describe common dysfunctions resulting from damage to selected cortical areas. (XI)
12.	Describe and explain the anatomy and function of neuroglia. (XII)
13.	Describe and explain neuronal structure and impulse conduction. (XIII)
14.	Describe the concept of the chemical synapse. (XIV)
15.	List and describe the function and mechanism of action of recognized neurotransmitters. (XV)
16.	Compare selected neuroactive drugs in their mechanisms of actions and theories of effect. (XVI)
17.	Describe selected neurologic disorders. (XVII)

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MCCCD Official Course Outline:
EEG210   19946-20046	Applied Neurophysiology

I. Cerebral Cortex A. Anatomy 1. Lobes of brain 2. Major gyri 3. Selected major sulci 4. Selected iocortical layers 5. Fiber tracts B. Function 1. Major iobular area 2. Commisural communication 3. Association areas 4. Unilateral brain control II. Diencephalon A. Anatomy 1. Thalamus 2. Hypothalamus 3. Pituitary gland B. Function 1. Sensory synaptic area 2. Hypothalamic controls 3. Hormones of neurohypophysis III. Brainstem A. Midbrain 1. Anatomy 2. Function B. Pons 1. Anatomy 2. Function C. Medulla 1. Anatomy 2. Function D. Reticular activating system IV. Cerebellum A. Anatomy 1. Structural layers 2. Arbor vitae 3. Vestibuloacoustic connections B. Function 1. Fine balance and equilibrium 2. Proprioception and muscle tone V. Spinal Cord A. Anatomy 1. Dorsal roots 2. Ventral roots 3. Selected tracts B. Function 1. Reflex arcs 2. Afferent reactions 3. Efferent reactions VI. Limbic System A. Anatomy 1. Hippocampus 2. Fornix 3. Reverberating pathways B. Function 1. Emotional control 2. Conscious control VII. Meninges and Cerebrospinal Fluid A. Anatomy 1. Meninges 2. Ventricles 3. Choroid plexus B. Function 1. Shielding 2. Bouyancy 3. Nourishing and cleansing VIII. Cerebrovascular Circulation A. Circle of Willis B. Anastamosis C. Venous flow D. Vascular abnormalities IX. Embryology of CNS A. Embryonic disc B. Development of neural tube C. Cephalization D. Flexure E. Differentiation of lobes F. Congenital abnormalities X. Cortical Function A. Brodman's system of identification B. Von Economo's system of identification C. Selected conventional nomenclature D. Relation of function to area identified XI. Cortical Damage A. Frequently occuring cortical damages B. Effects of motor cortex damage C. Cerebral plasticity and recovery of function XII. Neuroglia A. Cellular anatomy B. Frequently and reproductive rate C. Selected cell types and functions D. Role in CNS injury XIII. Neurons and Impulse Conduction A. Cellular anatomy B. Mechanism of impulse conduction C. Theory of depolarization sequence D. Sodium and potassium pump XIV. Chemical Synapeses A. Microanatomy of the synapse B. Transmitter production and storage XV. Recognized Neurotransmitters A. Function 1. Serotonin 2. Norepinephrine 3. Dopamine 4. GABA 5. Glycine 6. Acetylcholine 7. Endorphins and enkephalins B. Mechanism of action XVI. Selected Neuroactive Drugs A. Function 1. Barbiturates 2. Chloral hydrate 3. Lithium 4. Narcotics 5. Tricyclics 6. Stimulants 7. Depressants 8. Tranquilizers B. Mechanisms of action C. Recent advances in drug therapy XVII. Selected Neurologic Disorders A. Parkinson's Disorder B. Huntington's Chorea C. Alzheimer's Disease D. Stroke E. Tumor F. Meningitis G. Depression H. Bipolar Illness I. Schizophrenia

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