INTRODUCTION TO BEHAVIOURAL NEUROSCIENCE 1A
PSY1BNA
2021
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.
SchoolPsychology and Public Health
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorAgnes Hazi
Available to Study Abroad/Exchange StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 1 - UG
Available as ElectiveNo
Learning ActivitiesN/A
Capstone subjectNo
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PrerequisitesN/A
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsPSY1BNA OR PSY10BN
Quota Management StrategyN/A
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Special conditionsN/A
Minimum credit point requirementN/A
Assumed knowledgeN/A
Readings
Behavioral Neuroscience
Resource TypePrescribed
Resource RequirementN/A
AuthorBreedlove, SM, & Watson, NV
Year2018
Edition/Volume8th ED
PublisherSUNDERLAND, MA: SINAUER
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Career Ready
Career-focusedNo
Work-based learningNo
Self sourced or Uni sourcedN/A
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Albury-Wodonga, 2021, Semester 1, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorAgnes Hazi
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.00 h lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via video conference.
WorkShopWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.00 h workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 x in-class practical examination (500 word equivalent) | N/A | N/A | No | 15 | SILO4 |
| 10 x online multiple choice quizzes (1500 word equivalent) | N/A | N/A | No | 30 | SILO4 |
| 1 x 1000 word essay | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
| 1 x 60 minute examination (1000 word equivalent) | N/A | N/A | No | 35 | SILO4 |
Bendigo, 2021, Semester 1, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorAgnes Hazi
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.00 h lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via video conference.
WorkShopWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.00 h workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 x in-class practical examination (500 word equivalent) | N/A | N/A | No | 15 | SILO4 |
| 10 x online multiple choice quizzes (1500 word equivalent) | N/A | N/A | No | 30 | SILO4 |
| 1 x 1000 word essay | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
| 1 x 60 minute examination (1000 word equivalent) | N/A | N/A | No | 35 | SILO4 |
Melbourne (Bundoora), 2021, Semester 1, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorAgnes Hazi
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.00 h lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
WorkShopWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.00 h workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 x in-class practical examination (500 word equivalent) | N/A | N/A | No | 15 | SILO4 |
| 10 x online multiple choice quizzes (1500 word equivalent) | N/A | N/A | No | 30 | SILO4 |
| 1 x 1000 word essay | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
| 1 x 60 minute examination (1000 word equivalent) | N/A | N/A | No | 35 | SILO4 |