BIOMO304-23A (HAM)

From Brain to Behaviour

15 Points

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Division of Health Engineering Computing & Science
School of Science
Biomedical, Molecular and Cellular Biology

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Convenor(s)

Pawel Olszewski

Pawel Olszewski
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CD.2.01
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pawel.olszewski@waikato.ac.nz

Lecturer(s)

Nicholas Ling

Nicholas Ling
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R.2.09
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nicholas.ling@waikato.ac.nz

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What this paper is about

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This 15 point paper focuses on the relationship between the nervous system and broad functioning of the organism. We present evidence pertaining to the involvement of specific genes and molecules expressed in the nervous system in the regulation of physiological and behavioural parameters. The use of animal models in neurophysiology, physiology and behavioural research is discussed.
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How this paper will be taught

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This paper is taught through lectures, labs and tutorials. Attendance at laboratory practicals is essential.

Lectures:

the main 2-hour lecture on Thur 9-11am (room S1.03)

the Wed 9-10 am lecture slot will be treated as an online zoom tutorial to address any issues that might have arisen during the Thursday lecture a week earlier (zoom link will be provided on Moodle)

Practical classes:

Thur 2-5pm or Fri 2-5pm E.2.14

Attendance at practicals is essential. Mini reports for two of four circus experiments as well as the report for the Reproduction practical must be handed in at the end of the respective labs.
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Required Readings

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No set requirement – reading lists will be provided.
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Learning Outcomes

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Students who successfully complete the course should be able to:

  • analyse, interpret and critically evaluate the results of experiments
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  • have in depth understanding of how the brain affects broad physiological mechanisms and behaviour
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  • supplement their knowledge and understanding with the most recent scientific literature
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  • understand the practical applications of neurophysiology to current biomedical research
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  • work independently and with others as part of a group
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Assessments

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How you will be assessed

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The dates indicated for assessment procedures will normally be adhered to. Any changes to the dates will be made in consultation with the class at least one week prior to the original date.
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The internal assessment/exam ratio (as stated in the University Calendar) is 50:50. There is no final exam. The final exam makes up 50% of the overall mark.

The internal assessment/exam ratio (as stated in the University Calendar) is 50:50 or 0:0, whichever is more favourable for the student. The final exam makes up either 50% or 0% of the overall mark.

Component DescriptionDue Date TimePercentage of overall markSubmission MethodCompulsory
1. 1st Circus Lab report
31 Mar 2023
4:30 PM
4
  • Hand-in: In Lab
2. Theory Test 1
6 Apr 2023
9:00 AM
19
  • Hand-in: In Lecture
3. 2nd Circus Lab Report
28 Apr 2023
4:30 PM
4
  • Hand-in: In Lab
4. Lab report
26 May 2023
4:30 PM
4
  • Hand-in: In Lab
5. Theory Test 2
1 Jun 2023
9:00 AM
19
  • Hand-in: In Lecture
6. Exam
50
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Assessment Total:     100    
Failing to complete a compulsory assessment component of a paper will result in an IC grade
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