Abstract
This subject provides students with an understanding of fundamental neuroanatomy and neurophysiology. Students will develop an understanding of the sensory, motor and autonomic nervous systems, as well as the vascularisation of the central nervous system. Higher cortical function and dysfunction are also covered. Students will apply their fundamental understanding of … For more content click the Read More button below.
Syllabus
This subject will cover the following topics:
Cranial and peripheral nerves;Sensation;Pain and analgesia;Motor control;Special senses: balance and hearing;Neurophysiology and its basis for dysfunction;Common neurological disorders and mental illness;Pharmacology to treat disorders of the nervous system; and Neurological conditions relevant to allied health practice.
Assessment items
1. Online tests
2. Neurological Condition Assignment
3. End of Session Exam
Learning outcomes
Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
1.
describe the parts and the function of the peripheral and central nervous systems;
2.
apply knowledge of the peripheral and central nervous systems to interpret clinical findings;
3.
determine appropriate diagnostic tests to identify neurological function / dysfunction; and
4.
explain the pharmacological basis of the treatment of neurological and psychiatric disease in relation to neurological structure and function.
Assumed knowledge
A fundamental understanding of basic chemistry, cell physiology, and muscle physiology is assumed knowledge. In particular, students will need to be familiar with electrolytes and their movement across cell membranes to generate action potentials.
Learning resources
Additional resources required by students
Bear, M. F., Connors, B. W. & Paradiso, M. A. (2015). Neuroscience: Exploring the brain (4th ed.). LWW. ISBN: 9781284211283