Course overview
The aim of this course is to introduce students to essential concepts in the field of neuroscience. The course will begin with a basic introduction to the brain and the rise of neuroscience as a discipline, followed by providing an overview of various career paths in the field. Later modules will explore the cellular composition of the nervous system, the process of neuronal communication, basic brain structure, the neural basis of sensation and perception and the relationship between the brain and human behaviour in both health and disease. In addition, the course will feature 'research spotlight' sessions, which are designed to introduce students to neuroscience research currently being conducted at the university and more broadly.
- Structure and Communication
- Integration
- Brain and Behaviour
Course learning outcomes
- Define and accurately use key terminology in written and verbal explanations of concepts relevant to the nervous system and neuroscience research.
- Describe the cells and cellular environment of the nervous system and intercellular communication
- Describe the basic anatomy and functions of the nervous system
- Identify the core components (e.g. abstract, introduction, methods, results, discussion) and state the aims/hypothesis, study design, main findings, and relevance of neuroscience journal articles
- Demonstrate communication and interpersonal skills through engagement in group activities and discussions relevant to neuroscience
Availability
Class details
Adelaide City Campus East
Class number 58867
Section FR02
Size 300
Available 298
Class number 58868
Section LE02
Size 300
Available 298
Class number 53292
Section TU01
Size 30
Available 30
Class number 53291
Section TU02
Size 30
Available 30
Class number 53290
Section TU03
Size 30
Available 30
Class number 53289
Section TU04
Size 30
Available 30
Class number 53288
Section TU05
Size 30
Available 30
Class number 53287
Section TU06
Size 30
Available 30
Class number 53286
Section TU07
Size 30
Available 29
Class number 58871
Section TU08
Size 30
Available 30
Class number 58870
Section TU09
Size 30
Available 29
Class number 58869
Section TU10
Size 30
Available 30
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