Brain functional anatomy 2404-P-4-NP-AM

Topics discussed during classes:
- General structure of the nervous system (basic division): central and peripheral nervous system - repetition of the basics from BMZ classes and more detailed development
- Sensory pathways and sense organs (including: pain perception)
- Neuroplasticity (its causes and manifestations)
- Structures of the nervous system related to the control of voluntary movements
- The role of the nervous system in the control of circadian rhythms, psychophysiological correlates of sleep and wakefulness. The brain and altered states of consciousness.
- Nervous system and endocrine system (here also: the role of the hypothalamus and pituitary gland)
- Biological basis of emotions, motivation and decision-making
- Selected issues regarding the neural correlates of memory and language
- Modern methods of neuroimaging of the structure and functional organization of the brain

Total student workload

Mastering the material discussed in class.

Learning outcomes - knowledge

K_W06 has detailed knowledge of the structure and functions of the human nervous system and knows methods of examining its functions; has basic knowledge of the structure and functions of the human nervous system

Learning outcomes - skills

K_U06. Has in-depth research skills, including acquiring knowledge, and skillfully interprets all scientific sources encountered

Learning outcomes - social competencies

K_K05 Understands the need to expand knowledge to better understand human bio-psycho-social functioning; is aware of the importance of the mental sphere for the quality of general human functioning

Teaching methods

Lecture with elements of a conversation.

Expository teaching methods

- description
- participatory lecture

Exploratory teaching methods

- brainstorming
- practical
- seminar

Type of course

compulsory course

Prerequisites

Basic knowledge of biological mechanisms of behavior required.

Course coordinators

Term 2022/23Z:

Paweł Dobrakowski

Term 2025/26Z:

Małgorzata Gut
Monika Lewandowska

Term 2023/24Z:

Małgorzata Gut
Monika Lewandowska

Term 2024/25Z:

Małgorzata Gut
Monika Lewandowska

Assessment criteria

The basis for passing the course is a written exam from the lectures and the mind-maps that will be prepared and presented in small teams by students. This is a multiple choice test. Criteria for individual exam grades:

Less than 60% - 2.0
60-69% - 3.0
70-74% - 3 plus
75-84% - 4.0
85-90% - 4 plus
91-100% - 5.0

Practical placement

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Bibliography

- D. L. Felten i R. Józefowicz (2007). Atlas neuroanatomii i neurofizjologii Nettera. Elsevier Urban & Partner, Wrocław.
- J. Kalat "Biologiczne podstawy psychologii". Warszawa, Wydawnictwo Naukowe PWN, 2006;
- P. Jaśkowski "Neuronauka poznawcza. Jak mózg tworzy umysł". Warszawa, wydawnictwo Vizja, Warszawa, 2009;
- C. Frith "Od mózgu do umysłu". Warszawa, Wydawnictwa UW, 2011;
- V. S. Ramachandran (2012) Neuronauka o podstawach człowieczeństwa. Wydawnictwa Uniwersytetu Warszawskiego, Warszawa;

Additional information

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