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PSYN8855 – Neuroanatomy for Neuropsychologists
2020 – Session 1, Weekday attendance, North Ryde
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General Information
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| Unit convenor and teaching staff |
Unit convenor and teaching staff
Heather Francis
Jennifer Batchelor
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| Credit points |
Credit points
10
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| Prerequisites |
Prerequisites
Admission to MClinNeuro
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| Corequisites |
Corequisites
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| Co-badged status |
Co-badged status
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| Unit description |
Unit description
In this unit students explore the human brain, and examine the neuroanatomical and behavioural consequences of brain damage. The unit adopts the standard correlative neuroanatomy approach, discussing development of the nervous system and the anatomy of the mature nervous system (the brain stem and associated structures, diencephalon, and telencephalon; blood supply; white matter pathways; ventricles; and meninges). By the end of the unit students are expected to identify, describe the role of structures of the brain and understand the implications of damage to structures of the brain for neuropsychological practice.
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Important Academic Dates
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Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:
- ULO1: Describe the classification of the nervous system and the history of this classification model.
- ULO2: Describe the meaning of key terms used in neuroanatomy and neuropsychology.
- ULO3: Conceptualise the relationship between different components of the same system (e.g., the pyramidal and extra-pyramidal components of the motor system).
- ULO4: Identify brain structures (including cortical and subcortical structures and blood vessels) and explain what is known about their role in producing behaviour.
- ULO5: Explain the anatomical basis of the disorders commonly seen in clinical practice and uncommon disorders.
- ULO6: Understand the implications of brain damage for neuropsychological practice.
Assessment Tasks
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Delivery and Resources
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Lectures and practicals will be held from 10am-1pm.
Schedule:
| Date | Content | Location | Who |
| 24th February | Lecture | 11 Wallys Walk, Rm 230 | Dr Heather Francis |
| 2nd March | Lecture | 11 Wallys Walk, Rm 230 | Dr Heather Francis |
| 9th March | Lecture | 11 Wallys Walk, Rm 230 | Dr Heather Francis |
| 16th March | Lecture | 11 Wallys Walk, Rm 230 | Dr Heather Francis |
| 23rd March | Lecture | 11 Wallys Walk, Rm 230 | Dr Heather Francis |
| 6th April | Lecture | 11 Wallys Walk, Rm 230 | Dr Heather Francis |
| 27th April | Exam | 11 Wallys Walk, Rm 230 | Dr Heather Francis |
| 4th May | Practical | ASAM | Dr Michael Rodrigues |
| 11th May | Practical | ASAM | Dr Michael Rodrigues |
| 18th May | Practical | ASAM | Dr Michael Rodrigues |
| 1st June | Exam | 11 Wallys Walk, Rm 230 | Dr Heather Francis |
Classes
Lectures will be held on the dates above. Case presentations will be held during the last hour of class (except for the first lecture)
Lab/Prac Classes
There are three "prac" sessions to be held in the Australian School of Advanced Medicine (ASAM) from 10-1pm. The neuropathologist teaching the classes is Dr Michael Rodriguez. He will expect you to ask and answer questions.
The lab is a secure area. To allow us to enter as a group please meet at 9:50 am at the latest at the ASAM entrance [building F10A, opposite the Macquarie University hospital, the building has a large red awning].
Please download the worksheets. It will be helpful to bring something like a clipboard as there are no desks. There are lockers for personal possessions as they cannot be taken into the lab area.
Bring a lab coat if you have one. Disposable gowns and gloves will be provided.
Please wear fully enclosed shoes which cover the dorsal part of the foot (no ballet flats, flip-flops/thongs) and tie long hair back. No photographs or other recording devices are allowed. Follow the instructions of ASAM staff if you are directed in matters of lab safety, protocol or other matters.
No eating or drinking (including chewing gum) is permitted in the lab.
Respect for the dead is expected at all times.
Policies and Procedures
Macquarie University policies and procedures are accessible from Policy Central (https://staff.mq.edu.au/work/strategy-planning-and-governance/university-policies-and-procedures/policy-central). Students should be aware of the following policies in particular with regard to Learning and Teaching:
- Academic Appeals Policy
- Academic Integrity Policy
- Academic Progression Policy
- Assessment Policy
- Fitness to Practice Procedure
- Grade Appeal Policy
- Complaint Management Procedure for Students and Members of the Public
- Special Consideration Policy (Note: The Special Consideration Policy is effective from 4 December 2017 and replaces the Disruption to Studies Policy.)
Students seeking more policy resources can visit the Student Policy Gateway (https://students.mq.edu.au/support/study/student-policy-gateway). It is your one-stop-shop for the key policies you need to know about throughout your undergraduate student journey.
If you would like to see all the policies relevant to Learning and Teaching visit Policy Central (https://staff.mq.edu.au/work/strategy-planning-and-governance/university-policies-and-procedures/policy-central).
Student Code of Conduct
Macquarie University students have a responsibility to be familiar with the Student Code of Conduct: https://students.mq.edu.au/study/getting-started/student-conduct
Results
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