PSYC 220 - Introduction to Psychobiology

PSYC 220 Introduction to Psychobiology

This course introduces the scientific study of the biological bases of behavior and its fundamental role in the neurosciences. Physiological, hormonal, and neurochemical mechanisms, and brain-behavior relationships underlying the psychological phenomena of sensation, perception, regulatory processes, emotion, learning, memory, and psychological disorders will be addressed. The course also notes historical scientific contributions and current research principles for studying brain-behavior relationships and mental processes. Ethical standards for human and animal research are discussed in the context of both invasive and non-invasive experimental research.

Units: 3
Degree Credit
Letter Grade Only
  • Lecture hours/semester: 48-54
  • Homework hours/semester: 96-108
Prerequisites: PSYC 100
Corequisites: None
Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 or ENGL 105
AA/AS Degree Requirements: Area E5a, E5b
Transfer Credit: CSU (CSU GE Area B2 or D), UC (IGETC Area 4 or 5B)
C-ID: PSY 150
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College of San Mateo

Department: Psychology

Number of Units: 3

This description is for the Spring 2025 term