Overview
This unit explores cutting-edge research in the area of brain function, specifically looking at sensation and higher brain function in humans. The emphasis will be on the way the brain functions normally to analyse sensory information and to control behaviour, and how brain damage leads to clinical dysfunction of perception … For more content click the Read More button below.
Offerings
S1-01-CLAYTON-ON-CAMPUS
Rules
Enrolment Rule
Contacts
Chief Examiner(s)
Dr Yan Wong
Unit Coordinator(s)
Dr Farshad Alizadeh Mansouri
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, you should be able to:
1.
Describe how sensory information is signalled by neurons from peripheral receptor organs to the brain areas processing sensory input;
2.
Compare and contrast how neuroscience techniques help scientists understand the structure and function of the central nervous system;
3.
Explain how the control of actions and perceptions change according to the context of what sensory information is presented;
4.
Evaluate how damage to the nervous system might alter sensory functions and the associated behaviours;
5.
Work collaboratively to design and develop their own scientific research project;
6.
Critically evaluate the scientific literature, to test a hypothesis, construct a scientific report and demonstrate data analysis skills.
Teaching approach
Active learning
Assessment
1 - First on-line test
2 - Mid-semester test - invigilated component
3 - Second-on-line test
4 - Written report for research project (Literature review)
5 - Poster presentation for research project
6 - Active learning session (Neuromythbusters)
7 - Examination (2 hours and 10 minutes)
Scheduled and non-scheduled teaching activities
Laboratories
Lectures
Workload requirements
Workload
Learning resources
Required resources
Availability in areas of study
Physiology