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Course Description

Physiological Psychology studies the physiological bases of animal and normal human behavior.

This course is designed to provide a comprehensive review of basic physiological processes and how these processes relate to behavior. The course will review techniques used in the field, human neural physiology and anatomy, plus basic concepts in neurochemistry. In addition, disorders and symptomatology associated with various neurological disorders, psychological disorders, and addictions will be reviewed.

RECOMMENDED PREPARATION: BIOL 102 Biology and Society and BIOL 102L Biology and Society Lab or higher.

Learner Outcomes

Student will understand physiological bases of animal and normal human behavior

Required Course Materials

  • Carlson, N. and Birkett, (2013). Physiology of Behavior: 12th Ed. Allyn and Bacon. (Required for all Students). You can also use the Digital Version if desired
  • Pinel, J., (2008). A Colorful Introduction to The Anatomy of the Human Brain (Second Ed.) Required for all Students.
  • Other required, outside readings and materials from the internet will be linked in Canvas

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Expected Course Timeline

Most ISI courses are designed so that students can complete them within 3 months to 1 year. If you are attempting to complete a course more quickly than this, please contact ISI to explore your options.

Sponsor Institution

Credits earned for this course are included in a University of Idaho transcript.

This is an INDEPENDENT STUDY IN IDAHO course

To learn about program and refund policies, visit www.uidaho.edu/isi.

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COURSE NUMBER NOTICE
Beginning with the 2025-2026 Catalog year, the University of Idaho transitioned to 4-digit course numbers. As ISI works through this transition, you may continue to see 3-digit course numbers during this time. A crosswalk is available online.

Prerequisites

PSYC 101 Introduction to Psychology
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Section Title
Physiological Psychology
Type
self-paced
Dates
Start Now, you have 365 days to complete this course once enrolled.
Delivery Options
Online  
Course Fee(s)
ISI Undergrad Course Registration Fees credit (3 units) $510.00 Click here to get more information
Available for Credit
3 units
Drop Request Deadline
500 days after enrollment

Section Notes

REFUND / TRANSFER DEADLINE
  • Fully Refundable when dropped within 21 days (except registration fee).*
  • 50% Refundable when dropped within 22-45 days (except registration fee).*
  • Non-refundable after 45 days.
* Minus $25 per assignment submitted before course drop. See ISI Manage Courses for more information.
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