psy1bna intro behavrl neuroscienc 1a
INTRODUCTION TO BEHAVIOURAL NEUROSCIENCE 1A
PSY1BNA
2014
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
This subject serves as an introduction to the biological bases of behaviour. Nerve cells are the basic building blocks of the brain. Therefore their functioning and methods of communicating form the basic principles of brain and nervous system functioning. Hence these units include introductory lectures on the elements of the nervous system that contribute to the conscious and unconscious aspects of behaviour. There is an emphasis on understanding how the cells of the nervous system function and communicate with each other, thus allowing us to explain how sensory information, drugs, and hormonal changes influence behaviour, as well as how behaviour influences the brain.
FacultyFaculty of Science, Tech & Engineering
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorMatthew Hale
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 1 - UG
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
PrerequisitesN/A
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjects PSY10BN, PSY11BNA
Special conditionsN/A
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Biological psychology: An introduction to behavioral, cognitive and clinical neuroscience | Prescribed | Breedlove, SM, Watson, NV, & Rosenzweig, MR, 2010 | 6TH ED. SUNDERLAND, MA: SINAUER ASSOCIATES, INC |
Subject options
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Albury-Wodonga, 2014, Semester 1, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment size497
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorMatthew Hale
Class requirements
Laboratory ClassWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.0 hours laboratory class per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
LectureWeek: 10 - 22
Three 1.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via video conference.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % |
|---|---|---|
| one 1,000-word essay | 20 | |
| one 1,000-word work book | 15 | |
| one 100-word in-class practical examination | 15 | |
| one 2-hour examination | Students are required to attend 75% of laboratory sessions. | 50 |
Bendigo, 2014, Semester 1, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment size497
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorMatthew Hale
Class requirements
Laboratory ClassWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.0 hours laboratory class per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
LectureWeek: 10 - 22
Three 1.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via video conference.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % |
|---|---|---|
| one 1,000-word essay | 20 | |
| one 1,000-word work book | 15 | |
| one 100-word in-class practical examination | 15 | |
| one 2-hour examination | Students are required to attend 75% of laboratory sessions. | 50 |
Melbourne, 2014, Semester 1, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment size497
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorMatthew Hale
Class requirements
Laboratory ClassWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.0 hours laboratory class per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
LectureWeek: 10 - 22
Three 1.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % |
|---|---|---|
| one 1,000-word essay | 20 | |
| one 1,000-word work book | 15 | |
| one 100-word in-class practical examination | 15 | |
| one 2-hour examination | Students are required to attend 75% of laboratory sessions. | 50 |