Course Objectives: |
The main aim of this course is understanding the anatomical and functional organization of the human brain; physiological, chemical, and biological basis of human behavior and individuality; brain processes and functions in perception, awareness, learning, attention, emotion, and psychopathology in some neuropsychiatric diseases. Moreover, comprehending the interaction between biology-environment-behavior. |
Course Content: |
In order to understand the physiological, chemical, and biological bases of human behavior; the course includes topics like Structure and Functions of Neurons, The Communication Between Neurons, The Basics of Brain Development, Neuroplasticity, Anatomical and Functional Organization of the Human Brain, Lobes of the Brain and Their Functions, Split-Brain, Brain, Human Consciousness and Behavior, Neuropsychiatric Diseases (Agnosia, neglect, or multimodal disorders like as Schizophrenia and Dementia). |
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Subject |
Related Preparation |
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Introducing of course and syllabus |
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A Brief History of the Brain and Behavior Relationship |
Neil R. Carlson (2013). Foundations of Behavioral Neuroscience. Pearson Education Limited. |
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Anatomical and Functional Structures Underlying Behavior |
Neil R. Carlson (2013). Foundations of Behavioral Neuroscience. Pearson Education Limited. |
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Methods Using to Investigate the Brain and Behavior Relationship |
Neil R. Carlson (2013). Foundations of Behavioral Neuroscience. Pearson Education Limited. |
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Gene and Environment Interaction in Brain and Behavior Relationship |
Neil R. Carlson (2013). Foundations of Behavioral Neuroscience. Pearson Education Limited. |
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Movement and Free Will |
Neil R. Carlson (2013). Foundations of Behavioral Neuroscience. Pearson Education Limited. |
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Emotion Regulation |
Neil R. Carlson (2013). Foundations of Behavioral Neuroscience. Pearson Education Limited. |
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Midterm Exam |
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Consciousness and Awareness |
Neil R. Carlson (2013). Foundations of Behavioral Neuroscience. Pearson Education Limited. |
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Plasticity |
Neil R. Carlson (2013). Foundations of Behavioral Neuroscience. Pearson Education Limited. |
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Sleep and Sleep Disorders |
Neil R. Carlson (2013). Foundations of Behavioral Neuroscience. Pearson Education Limited. |
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Physiological Basis of Psychiatric Disorders |
Neil R. Carlson (2013). Foundations of Behavioral Neuroscience. Pearson Education Limited. |
13) |
Case Discussions |
Neil R. Carlson (2013). Foundations of Behavioral Neuroscience. Pearson Education Limited. |
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Literature Discussions |
Neil R. Carlson (2013). Foundations of Behavioral Neuroscience. Pearson Education Limited. |
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Final Exam |
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Program Outcomes |
Level of Contribution |
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Have the theoretical knowledge related to major sub areas of psychology. |
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Apply psychological concepts and theories in a variety of applied settings. |
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Define and explain the cognitive, emotional and behavioral processes of human beings.
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Evaluate psychological evidence and assumptions in a scientific and critical way. |
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Collect and analyze psychological research data and interpret and report the findings in accordance to scientific publication rules. |
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Develop and utilize assessment and measurement tools for psychological phenomena. |
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Have the skills and abilities to follow innovations and developments in psyhology and other related sciences. |
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Have knowledge and skills to work effectively on individual or group basis. |
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Have knowledge and skills to communicate in a clear and effective manner in national and international settings. |
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Behave in accordance with professional code of conduct and ethics related to psychology. |
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Behave in an unprejudiced and equal way towards various identity groups such as age, gender, language, race, religion and social class in scientific and professional acitivities. |
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Have respect for universal values and human and animal rights. |
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Use a foreign language at least B1 level of European Language Portfolio. |
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Use computer softwares as well as information and communication technologies at least Basic level of European Computer Driving Licence. |
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