3 credits
Fall 2026 Lecture Distance Learning Upper DivisionData from last updated 7/9/2026
Fall 2026
Fall 2026 Instructors:
(SLHS 30100) Introduction to the neural bases of complex human mental abilities. Emphasis on integrating research from cognitive science, brain-scanning techniques, and the lesion technique. Topics include perception, attention, memory, language, motor control, planning/decision-making and consciousness.
Learning Outcomes1Demonstrate an understanding of fundamental concepts, methods, and theoretical debates in cognitive neuroscience.
2Evaluate empirical research in cognitive neuroscience critically, including experimental design, techniques, and key findings.
3Read, comprehend, and engage in discussion of primary scientific literature in cognitive neuroscience.
Prerequisites
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