3 credits
Fall 2025 Lecture
The objective of this course is to master select topics in cognitive neuroscience and to introduce students to computational, neural, and behavioral approaches used in the interdisciplinary field of research called cognitive neuroscience. This course is intended for graduate students interested in mathematical and computational, neural, cognitive and clinical approaches to understanding cognitive neuroscience, including but not limited to students in biomedical engineering and psychological sciences. Permission from the Department is required.
Learning Outcomes1Learn about selected computational, neural, and behavioral techniques and approaches to various major topics in sensory-motor control, sensation and perception, and higher order cognitive functions such as attention and memory.
2Gain a better understanding of diverse approaches, techniques, and issues in cognitive neuroscience.
3Gain experience in reading, understanding, and identifying issues to discuss in primary literature.
4Create and give an effective oral presentation on current research.
5Gain experience in generating and leading discussions.
6Gain exposure to historically relevant and current research in cognitive neuroscience.
Restrictions
made by Purdue students.