bio3bmb brain, mind and behaviour
BRAIN, MIND AND BEHAVIOUR
BIO3BMB
2018
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this subject students will explore contemporary neurophysiology, with the emphasis on the process of experimental discovery. The subject will cover functional anatomy of the brain and neural imaging, synaptic integration, computational characteristics of neuronal circuits, information processing in the visual system, and higher functions such as sleep, learning, memory and movement control. The practical component aims to complement the theory and consolidate experimental skills. Class discussion on current topics and controversies in neuroscience will be delivered from a multidisciplinary perspective.
SchoolSchool of Molecular Sciences/LIMS
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorChristine Kettle
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 3 - UG
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites PHA2PGA
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Learning resources
Readings
Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
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Readings | Principles of Neural Science | Recommended | Kandel, ER, Schwartz, JH and Jessell TM 2000 | 4TH ED, MCGRAW HILL |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Explain the role of neurotransmitter systems in the operation of the central nervous system and describe how neural activity may explain behaviour
- Activities:
- Taught in lectures, applied during tutorials, and assessed in exam
02. Articulate the scientific and experimental nature of physiology
- Activities:
- Explained in lectures, applied in pracs, and assessed in exam and prac interview
03. Demonstrate basic dexterity with a range of instrumentation and experimental techniques
- Activities:
- Applied during pracs and assessed in prac interview
04. Evaluate experimental design and interpret data, and constructively criticise own and others' results
- Activities:
- Discussed during tutorials, applied in pracs, and assessed in article presentations and prac interview
05. Present a balanced position between the reductionist's view and a holistic context
- Activities:
- Explained in lectures, discussed during tutorials, and assessed in article presentations
06. Relate neurobiology to disciplines other than physiology, such as artificial intelligence, psychology and ethology
- Activities:
- Taught in lectures, exercised during pracs, assessed in exam
07. Express and promote ethical awareness
- Activities:
- Demonstrated during pracs and article presentations, assessed during prac interview
Subject options
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Bendigo, 2018, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorChristine Kettle
Class requirements
TutorialWeek: 31 - 43
One 1.0 hours tutorial per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
LectureWeek: 31 - 43
Two 1.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
Laboratory ClassWeek: 31 - 43
One 3.0 hours laboratory class per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
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Book chapter (1000 words per author) | 20 | 01, 02, 04, 05, 06, 07 | |
End of semester written exam (2 hours) | 40 | 01, 02, 04, 05, 06, 07 | |
Group presentation (40 mins) (250 word equiv per student) | 20 | 01, 03, 04, 07 | |
Chapter review (500words) | 10 | 01, 02, 06, 07 | |
Chapter summary and questions (500 words) | 10 | 01, 02, 06 |