VISC 3212 - Neuroscience/Visual System

Institution:

University of the Incarnate Word

Subject:

Vision Science

Description:

This course will cover in the neuroanatomy, neurophysiology, functional neuroscience and basic pathophysiology of the visual system. Areas of emphasis will include anatomy and histology of the retina, optic nerve and tract, primary visual cortex, receptive fields, visual resolution, binocularity, conjugate eye movements, color vision and stereopsis. Lastly, the course will present the changes in neuronal aspects of the visual system that lead to abnormality and loss of visual function. Enrollment in this course is by permission of the instructor.

Credits:

2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.uiw.edu

Phone Number:

(210) 829-6000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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