Course overview
The aim of this course is to introduce students to fundamental concepts in neuroanatomy including: gross organization of the central nervous system, nervous system development and both normal and pathological CNS functioning. To achieve this, nervous system structure, function and pathology are integrated, drawing on information and techniques from cellular, systems and clinical neuroscience. Students will develop key research skills, such as forming collaborations, writing research proposals, presenting research findings and responding to critical questions.
- Basic principles of human neuroanatomy
- Neuroanatomy of major CNS components
- Major pathways of the nervous system
- Neural circuits and systems
Course learning outcomes
- Link foundational knowledge of the structure of the human nervous system to functional significance.
- Identify neuroanatomical structures in prosected specimens, models, and images; sketch major pathways and circuits.
- Discuss the pathological consequences of a lesion to a given neuroanatomical structure/pathway or a haemorrhage in a particular blood vessel.
- Explain the natural defence mechanisms and protection of the human nervous system.
- Analyse the role of clinical anatomy in the emergence and maintenance of major neurological and neuropsychiatric disorders.
- Explore current research issues in neuroanatomy and work collaboratively to critically evaluate and present primary literature on a neurological disease or disorder.
Availability
Class details
Adelaide City Campus East
Group 1
Class number 23277
Section TU04
Size 30
Available 5
Class number 23278
Section TU03
Size 30
Available 0
Class number 23279
Section TU02
Size 30
Available 7
Class number 23280
Section TU01
Size 30
Available 0
Class number 23271
Section FR01
Size 120
Available 12
Class number 23272
Section LE01
Size 120
Available 12
Class number 23273
Section PR04
Size 40
Available 0
Class number 23274
Section PR03
Size 40
Available 14
Class number 23276
Section PR01
Size 40
Available 0
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