psy3cnn clin neuro and neuropsych

CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCE AND NEUROPSYCHOLOGY

PSY3CNN

2017

Credit points: 15

Subject outline

This subject will explore theoretical approaches to neural systems and processes relevant to a wide range of normal conscious and unconscious behaviour, and behavioural pathologies, and will provide training in the issues of contemporary cognitive neuroscience. In particular the subject will focus on clinically related aspects of neurodevelopmental, neurodegenerative, traumatic brain injury and sensory disorders, as well as nutritional and emotional neuroscience. Students will be introduced to neuroscientific aspects of a number of common testing procedures underlying theoretical approaches to professional practice as part of the tutorial program. The major assignment is aimed at introducing students to developing policy making as used by government departments.

SchoolSchool of Psychology & Public Health

Credit points15

Subject Co-ordinatorSheila Crewther

Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes

Subject year levelYear Level 3 - UG

Exchange StudentsYes

Subject particulars

Subject rules

Prerequisites (PSY1EFP and PSY1CFP), OR (PSY1BNA and PSY1BNB), OR (two biological science subjects) or by approval from the subject coordinator

Co-requisitesN/A

Incompatible subjects PSY3ANA

Equivalent subjectsN/A

Special conditionsN/A

Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes

01. Use concepts and major theories of neuroscience and neuropsychology to describe & interpret the impact of natural disasters on mental health phenomena and apply this understanding to develop a government report.

Activities:
Students will explore the impact of psychological and physiological stress arising from natural disasters such as bushfires and floods from a neuroscientific perspective in lectures and tutorials that will lead to the independent writing of a policy report. Formative Feedback: Tutorial Discussion Formative and Summative Feedback: Disaster Response Mental Health Policy
Related graduate capabilities and elements:
Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
Discipline-specific GCs(Discipline-specific GCs)
Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
Writing(Writing)
Creative Problem-solving(Creative Problem-solving)

02. Apply knowledge of the neural function and neuropsychological classification criteria related to both normal and abnormal behaviour and mental processes to critically assess adequacy of such criteria in the context of modern neuroscientific research.

Activities:
Tutorial discussion will centre on examination of neuroscientific literature introduced in lectures, and neuropsychological assessment tools presented in tutorials, to examine their ability to characterise both normal and abnormal function. Formative Feedback: Tutorial Discussion Summative Feedback: Exam questions
Related graduate capabilities and elements:
Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
Writing(Writing)
Creative Problem-solving(Creative Problem-solving)
Discipline-specific GCs(Discipline-specific GCs)
Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)

03. Deliver a group presentation evaluating the neuroscientific bases of clinical diagnosis and treatment for a particular psychopathology.

Activities:
In groups, students will select from a number of topics presented in lectures and develop a discussion and display poster with an associated in-class presentation. Formative and Summative Feedback: Group Presentation with group mark
Related graduate capabilities and elements:
Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
Discipline-specific GCs(Discipline-specific GCs)
Speaking(Speaking)
Creative Problem-solving(Creative Problem-solving)
Writing(Writing)

04. Describe differences between fundamental physiological mechanisms and describe how they can impact psychological function.

Activities:
Concepts will be discussed in lectures and tutorials and assessed via exam questions Formative Feedback: Tutorial Discussion Summative Feedback: Exam questions
Related graduate capabilities and elements:
Creative Problem-solving(Creative Problem-solving)
Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
Discipline-specific GCs(Discipline-specific GCs)
Writing(Writing)

05. Identify how neuropathology or pharmacologically-induced factors alter typical neural function and describe how this could be observed in a clinical context.

Activities:
Concepts will be discussed in lectures and tutorials and assessed via exam questions Formative Feedback: Tutorial Discussion Formative and Summative Feedback: Disaster Response Mental Health Policy and Group Presentation. Summative Feedback: Exam questions
Related graduate capabilities and elements:
Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
Creative Problem-solving(Creative Problem-solving)
Discipline-specific GCs(Discipline-specific GCs)
Writing(Writing)
Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)

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Start date between: and    Key dates

Albury-Wodonga, 2017, Semester 1, Day

Overview

Online enrolmentYes

Maximum enrolment sizeN/A

Enrolment information

Subject Instance Co-ordinatorSheila Crewther

Class requirements

LectureWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via video conference.

TutorialWeek: 11 - 22
One 2.0 hours tutorial every two weeks on weekdays during the day from week 11 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.

Assessments

Assessment elementComments%ILO*
Exam (2hrs)Hurdle requirement: Attendance at least 75% of tutorials.5001, 02, 04, 05
Group Poster Presentation (approx. 1000 words)1501, 02, 03, 04, 05
Policy Document (1500 words)3501, 02, 04, 05

Bendigo, 2017, Semester 1, Day

Overview

Online enrolmentYes

Maximum enrolment sizeN/A

Enrolment information

Subject Instance Co-ordinatorSheila Crewther

Class requirements

LectureWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via video conference.

TutorialWeek: 11 - 22
One 2.0 hours tutorial every two weeks on weekdays during the day from week 11 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.

Assessments

Assessment elementComments%ILO*
Exam (2hrs)Hurdle requirement: Attendance at least 75% of tutorials.5001, 02, 04, 05
Group Poster Presentation (approx. 1000 words)1501, 02, 03, 04, 05
Policy Document (1500 words)3501, 02, 04, 05

Melbourne, 2017, Semester 1, Day

Overview

Online enrolmentYes

Maximum enrolment sizeN/A

Enrolment information

Subject Instance Co-ordinatorSheila Crewther

Class requirements

LectureWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.

TutorialWeek: 11 - 22
One 2.0 hours tutorial every two weeks on weekdays during the day from week 11 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.

Assessments

Assessment elementComments%ILO*
Exam (2hrs)Hurdle requirement: Attendance at least 75% of tutorials.5001, 02, 04, 05
Group Poster Presentation (approx. 1000 words)1501, 02, 03, 04, 05
Policy Document (1500 words)3501, 02, 04, 05