LEARNING OUTCOMES
The student will learn the most important higher cognitive functions, their underlying neural mechanisms, and relevant terminology, allowing him/her to study further independently and apply cognitive neuroscience knowledge in both science and engineering projects.
Credits: 5
Schedule: 09.01.2024 - 22.02.2024
Teacher in charge (valid for whole curriculum period):
Teacher in charge (applies in this implementation): Iiro Jääskeläinen
Contact information for the course (applies in this implementation):
CEFR level (valid for whole curriculum period):
Language of instruction and studies (applies in this implementation):
Teaching language: English. Languages of study attainment: English
CONTENT, ASSESSMENT AND WORKLOAD
Content
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The course gives an introduction to neuroscience of higher cognitive functions, including attention, memory, plasticity, language, executive functions, emotions, social cognition, and consciousness.
Assessment Methods and Criteria
valid for whole curriculum period:
Exam, learning diaries
Workload
valid for whole curriculum period:
Lectures with advance studying of materials, writing of learning diaries, exam.
DETAILS
Substitutes for Courses
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Prerequisites
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SDG: Sustainable Development Goals
3 Good Health and Well-being
FURTHER INFORMATION
Further Information
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Teaching Language : English
Teaching Period : 2022-2023 Spring III
2023-2024 Spring III