Key facts
UNE unit code: NEUR233
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- Trimester 2 - On Campus
- Trimester 2 - Online
- Armidale Campus
- Yes
- No
- Yes
- 6
Unit information
Consolidate your understanding and draw on the knowledge gained in Neurobiology I and Neuroanatomy to explore complex, cutting-edge concepts in neuroscience.
This unit focuses on how constellations of neurons form complex circuits to perform common functions. We examine normal function and the major pathological conditions that affect these systems, building a valuable understanding of systems neuroscience.
Topics include the chemical control of brain and behaviour, motivation, sex, emotions, language, attention and consciousness, and the plasticity underpinning learning and memory.
This unit encourages you to apply your knowledge and extend your scientific skills using self-directed learning and autonomy. You will have opportunities to hone your communication abilities, sharing ideas verbally and through written tasks as you assess core neurobiology principles and critically review current research in the field.
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| Teaching period | Mode/location |
|---|---|
| Trimester 2 | On Campus, Armidale Campus |
| Trimester 2 | Online |
*Offering is subject to availability
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Learning outcomes
Upon completion of this unit, students will be able to:
- exhibit a broad and coherent theoretical and technical knowledge of neuroscience with depth in the concepts and ideas underlying systems neuroscience;
- analyse and evaluate information regarding how constellations of neurons form complex circuits to perform common functions;
- transmit knowledge, skills and ideas to others both verbally and in written formats;
- demonstrate well-developed cognitive skills in the field of systems neuroscience;
- demonstrate autonomy and judgement to exhibit a sound knowledge of systems neuroscience; and
- demonstrate self-directed learning in the field of systems neuroscience.
Assessment information
Assessments are subject to change up to 8 weeks prior to the start of the teaching period in which you are undertaking the unit.
| Title | Must Complete | Weight | Offerings | Assessment Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assessment 1 | Yes | 5% | All offerings | Assessment of knowledge, evaluation and analysis of motor control, motivation, sex, emotions, language, attention and consciousness, and the plasticity underpinning learning and memory. No. Words: 100 |
| Assessment 2 | Yes | 5% | All offerings | Assessment of knowledge, evaluation and analysis of motor control, motivation, sex, emotions, language, attention and consciousness, and the plasticity underpinning learning and memory. No. Words: 100 |
| Assessment 3 | Yes | 5% | All offerings | Assessment of knowledge, evaluation and analysis of motor control, motivation, sex, emotions, language, attention and consciousness, and the plasticity underpinning learning and memory. No. Words: 100 |
| Assessment 4 | Yes | 5% | All offerings | Assessment of knowledge, evaluation and analysis of motor control, motivation, sex, emotions, language, attention and consciousness, and the plasticity underpinning learning and memory. No. Words: 100 |
| Assessment 5 | Yes | 20% | All offerings | Essay. Critical evaluation of current research in the field of systems neuroscience. It is mandatory to pass this assessment in order to pass this unit. No. Words: 3500 |
| Final Examination | Yes | 60% | All offerings | Assessment of knowledge, evaluation and analysis of motor control, motivation, sex, emotions, language, attention and consciousness, and the plasticity underpinning learning and memory. It is mandatory to pass this examination in order to pass this unit. |
Learning resources
Textbooks are subject to change up to 8 weeks prior to the start of the teaching period in which you are undertaking the unit.
Note: Students are expected to purchase prescribed material. Please note that textbook requirements may vary from one teaching period to the next.
Neuroscience: Exploring the Brain, Enhanced Edition
ISBN: 9781284211283
Bear, M.F., Connors, B.W. and Paradiso, M.A., Wolters Kluwer Health 4th ed. 2020
Text refers to: All offerings
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