Images of Cognition (378-0-1)

Instructors

Paul J Reber

Meeting Info

Annenberg Hall G30: Tues, Thurs 11:00AM - 12:20PM

Overview of class

New tools allow us to look into the human brain to see what happens during thinking. These techniques for imaging brain function are increasingly being used to understand cognitive processes in the field of Cognitive Neuroscience. This course presents an overview of the Cognitive Neuroscience of the human brain with an emphasis of neuroimaging studies used to advance our understanding of how neural functioning supports cognition and behavior. Techniques reviewed will include: functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI), event related potentials (ERP), positron emission tomography (PET), and the role of structural imaging of the brain (especially for neuropsychological patients).

Registration Requirements

Prerequisites: PSYCH 205-0; a course in cognition and/or neuroscience (e.g., PSYCH 221-0, PSYCH 228-0, PSYCH 328-0; COG_SCI 210-0) or consent of instructor.

Teaching Method

Lectures, discussion, research-related activities

Evaluation Method

Grades will be based on a term paper and midterm exams.

Class Materials (Required)

Cognitive Neuroscience by Marie T. Banich and Rebecca J. Compton, 5th Edition (2023).
https://doi.org/10.1017/9781108923361
Format: Hardback, Publication date: 13 December 2023 ISBN: 9781108831147
Format: Paperback, Publication date: 29 November 2023 ISBN: 9781108926386
Format: Digital, Publication date: 14 September 2023 ISBN: 9781108923361

Class Attributes

Interdisciplinary Distro-rules apply
Natural Sciences Distro Area
Social & Behavioral Sciences Distro Area
Prerequisites apply, see description

Enrollment Requirements

Enrollment Requirements: Prerequisite: Students must complete Psych 205-0 before taking this course.