The function of the single nerve cell at a molecular and cellular level; the organization of the nervous system and its neuronal networks; neural control of simple and more complex functions. The course comprises lectures, practical exercises, and project tasks.
HL1009 Neuroscience 7.5 credits
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Course syllabus HL1009 (Autumn 2007–)Content and learning outcomes
Course contents
Intended learning outcomes
To provide a basic knowledge and understanding of the biology of the nervous system, from the function of the single nerve cell to the integrative control of cognitive and other higher brain functions.
Literature and preparations
Specific prerequisites
Mandatory courses for B, Bio, D, E, F, K, M or T at KTH, or equivalent.
Literature
Purves, Augustine, Fitzpatrick, Hall, LaMantia, McNamara, Williams (Eds) Neuroscience 4th ed. Sinauer Associates inc. publishers 2008 (ISBN 978-0-87893-697-7).
Examination and completion
Grading scale
Examination
- PRO1 - Project Task, 1.5 credits, grading scale: P, F
- TEN1 - Examination, 5.0 credits, grading scale: P, F
- LAB1 - Laboratory Work, 1.0 credits, grading scale: P, F
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The examiner may apply another examination format when re-examining individual students.
If the course is discontinued, students may request to be examined during the following two academic years.
Other requirements for final grade
Practical exercises, project work and written examination.
Examiner
Ethical approach
- All members of a group are responsible for the group's work.
- In any assessment, every student shall honestly disclose any help received and sources used.
- In an oral assessment, every student shall be able to present and answer questions about the entire assignment and solution.