psy230 - Neuromodulation of Cognition (Complete module description)
Module label | Neuromodulation of Cognition |
Module code | psy230 |
Credit points | 6.0 KP |
Workload | 180 h |
Institute directory | Department of Psychology |
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Prerequisites | Enrolment in Master's programme Neurocognitive Psychology. Neuroscience students can take part on request. |
Skills to be acquired in this module | Goals of module:
The aim of this module is to provide students with a theoretical background on how cognitive functions can be altered via neuromodulation. Competencies: ++ Neuropsychological / neurophysiological knowledge + interdisciplinary kowledge & thinking ++ experimental methods + ethics / good scientific practice / professional behavior + critical & analytical thinking + scientific communication skills |
Module contents | Students will be introduced to the concepts of neuromodulation and the application of theoretical
knowledge of neurophysiology to the modulation of cognitive functions. Part 1: Neuromodulation of cognition (lecture): winter Neurotransmitter and neuromodulator systems Neuropharmacological intervention Mechanisms of neural plasticity Neurofeedback Electric and magnetic brain stimulation Therapeutical applications Part 2: Topics in Neuromodulation (seminar): winter Psychological an therapeutical effects of neuromodulation Modulation of neuronal network function Deep brain stimulation for therapeutical modulation |
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Language of instruction | English |
Duration (semesters) | 1 Semester |
Module frequency | The module will no longer be offered! |
Module capacity | 15 |
Type of module | Wahlpflicht / Elective |
Module level | MM (Mastermodul / Master module) |
Teaching/Learning method | Part 1: lecture; Part 2: seminar |
Type of course | Comment | SWS | Frequency | Workload of compulsory attendance |
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Lecture | 2 | WiSe | 28 | |
Seminar | 2 | WiSe | 28 | |
Total module attendance time | 56 h |
Examination | Prüfungszeiten | Type of examination |
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Final exam of module | during winter term |
Presentation 80% written test on the topics of the lecture 20% Required active participation for gaining credits: participation in discussions on other presentations attendance of at least 70% in the seminar (use attendance sheet that will be handed out in the beginning of the term). |