NRSC330
Cognitive Neuroscience/Lab
Neuroscience
BC
Subject code
NRSC
Course Number
330
Department(s)
Instructor(s)
N. Koven
Course Long Title
Cognitive Neuroscience/Lab
Cross Listed Courses
Description
This course explores how the neurological organization of the brain influences the way people think and act. Particular emphasis is given to the brain systems that support object recognition, spatial processing, attention, language, memory, and executive functions. Students also investigate clinical syndromes and unusual cognitive phenomena. A wide range of research techniques is introduced, including positron emission topography, functional magnetic resonance imaging, diffusion tensor imaging, neuropsychological assessment, event-related potentials, magnetoencephalography, and transcranial magnetic stimulation. Prerequisite(s): one of the following: NS/PY 160 or 363 or PSYC 215, 222, or 230.
Modes of Inquiry
Scientific Reasoning [SR]
Writing Credit
W2
Departmental Course Attributes - Major/Minor Requirements
(Psychology: Biological)
INDS Program Relationship
IDNS - NRSC Program
GEC This Course Belongs To
-
Class Restriction
Exclude First Years
Offering Frequency
Normally offered every year