ENG3111 · Sensory and cognitive neuroscience

Overview

This unit explores cutting-edge research in the area of brain function, specifically looking at the sensation and higher brain function in humans. You will learn about the way the brain functions normally to analyse sensory information and control behaviour, and how brain damage leads to clinical dysfunction of perception and higher cognitive function. You will also investigate current research ideas on normal function and dysfunction in this area, as well as new methodologies.

Areas of study: E3001 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) - Specialisation: Biomedical engineering

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Assessment

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Continuous assessment: 60 Final assessment: 40

Requisites

Learning outcomes

1. Describe how sensory information is signalled by neurons from peripheral receptor organs to the brain areas processing sensory input.
2. Compare and contrast how neuroscience techniques help scientists understand the structure and function of the central nervous system.
3. Explain how the control of actions and perceptions change according to the context of what sensory information is presented.
4. Evaluate how damage to the nervous system might alter sensory functions and the associated behaviours.
5. Work collaboratively to design and develop their own scientific research project.
6. Critically evaluate the scientific literature, to test a hypothesis, construct a scientific report and demonstrate data analysis skills.

Workload

The minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of 3-6 hours of scheduled learning activities and 6-9 hours of independent study per week. Scheduled activities may include a combination of teacher-directed learning, peer-directed learning and online engagement. Independent study may include associated readings, assessment and preparation for scheduled activities.

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