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<p>This unit consists of an introduction to human nervous system which ranges in scope from the operations of individual nerve cells at the molecular level to the generation of complex cognitive behaviours. The unit will provide you with an essential overview of the human nervous system and it will also serve as a foundation for more specialised studies in neurobiology or cognitive science.</p>
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<p>This unit consists of an introduction to the human nervous system which ranges in scope from the operations of individual nerve cells at the molecular level to the generation of complex cognitive behaviours. The unit will provide you with an essential overview of the human nervous system and it will also serve as a foundation for more specialised studies in neurobiology or cognitive science.</p>
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Unit description
<p>This unit consists of an introduction to human nervous system which ranges in scope from the operations of individual nerve cells at the molecular level to the generation of complex cognitive behaviours. The unit will provide you with an essential overview of the human nervous system and it will also serve as a foundation for more specialised studies in neurobiology or cognitive science.</p>
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<p>This unit consists of an introduction to the human nervous system which ranges in scope from the operations of individual nerve cells at the molecular level to the generation of complex cognitive behaviours. The unit will provide you with an essential overview of the human nervous system and it will also serve as a foundation for more specialised studies in neurobiology or cognitive science.</p>
Key information
Institute / school:
Institute of Innovation, Science & Sustainability
Discipline:
Science
Study level:
Undergraduate
Credit points:
15
EFTSL:
0.125
Field of education:
019901 - Medical Science
Offering:
<p><strong>Spring Semester</strong><p>Gippsland - Churchill (On Campus)</p></p>
Grade scheme:
Graded (e.g. HD, D, C, etc)
Placement component:
No
Fee information:
<a href="http://www.federation.edu.au/locate/unit/monci1003">View unit fees</a>
Requisites
Prerequisite
None
Corequisite
None
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Learning outcomes
<p>On successful completion of this unit, students are expected to gain the following [K]nowledge, [S]kills and [A]pplication of knowledge & skills</p>
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K1
<p>Describe the fundamental concepts of nervous system organisation and communication.</p>
K2
<p>Describe how the human brain and behaviour evolved.</p>
K3
<p>Explain how behaviour can be influenced by genetic makeup, environmental and social factors and drugs.</p>
S1
<p>Acquire some basic skills in obtaining, interpreting and presenting scientific data.</p>
A1
<p>Have gained some insight into how the brain enables us to sense our environment and to move, feel, think and communicate with others.</p>
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FedTASK 1: Interpersonal
The ability to effectively communicate, interact and work with others both individually and in groups.
FedTASK 2: Leadership
The ability to apply professional skills and behaviours in leading others.
FedTASK 3: Critical Thinking and Creativity
The ability to work in complexity and ambiguity using imagination to create new ideas.
FedTASK 4: Digital Literacy
The ability to work fluently across a range of tools and applications to achieve a range of skills.
FedTASK 5: Sustainable and Ethical Mindset
The ability to consider and assess the consequences and impact of ideas and actions in enacting ethical and sustainable decisions.
FedTASK
<p>Federation University recognises that students require key transferable employability skills to prepare them for their future workplace and society. FedTASKs (<strong>T</strong>ransferable <strong>A</strong>ttributes <strong>S</strong>kills and <strong>K</strong>nowledge) provide a targeted focus on five key, transferable Attributes, Skills, and Knowledge that are embedded within curriculum, developed gradually towards successful measures and interlinked with cross-discipline and co-operative learning opportunities.</p>
Key information
Institute / school:
Institute of Innovation, Science & Sustainability
Discipline:
Science
Study level:
Undergraduate
Credit points:
15
EFTSL:
0.125
Field of education:
019901 - Medical Science
Offering:
<p><strong>Spring Semester</strong><p>Gippsland - Churchill (On Campus)</p></p>
Grade scheme:
Graded (e.g. HD, D, C, etc)
Placement component:
No
Fee information:
<a href="http://www.federation.edu.au/locate/unit/monci1003">View unit fees</a>
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Internal reference: MONCI1003 - U3.1