Life Sciences

Neural Circuits

Module code: C1098
Level 5
15 credits in spring semester
Teaching method: Class, Lecture, Workshop
Assessment modes: Coursework, Computer based exam

Develop your knowledge of neural circuit mechanisms, which generate behaviour that can be understood in terms of underlying neural circuits or structures with well-known neural architectures within the brain.

 

You will learn about circuit plasticity linked to learning and development, and the circuit dysfunction that leads to serious disabilities and disease. You will also discuss the importance of the proper functioning of neural circuits.

You’ll also explore computational modelling approaches used to analyse and predict circuit outputs, and ways of artificially interacting with neural networks.

You will develop skills in analysing information from scientific resources and writing with scientific rigour.

Module learning outcomes

• Describe and evaluate the well-established principles of how simple and complex neural circuits operate, and the way in which those principles have developed and can be modified to give the brain flexibility.
• Apply concepts and principles underlying cellular and circuit function to an understanding of behaviour.
• Apply an understanding of a range of established techniques and the analysis of experimental data within neurophysiology, in order to evaluate published research.
• Effectively communicate information informed by primary literature, writing with scientific rigor and developing logical arguments.