PSYC331
Cognitive Neuroscience
Psychology
BC
Subject code
PSYC
Course Number
331
Department(s)
Instructor(s)
N. Koven
Course Long Title
Cognitive Neuroscience
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): NS/PY 160 or 200 or 363 or PSYC 215, 222, or 230.
Writing Credit
No writing credit
Departmental Course Attributes - Major/Minor Requirements
(Psychology: Biological)
INDS Program Relationship
IDNS - NRSC Program
GEC This Course Belongs To
-
Class Restriction
Exclude First Years