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Physiotherapy

Introduction to Neuroscience

PHTH2207
Two hours English

Introduction to Neuroscience

CS.Introduction to Neuroscience
LAB1002 Physiology 2
Two hours No requisites
1 Introduction to Neuroscience
2 Neurotransmission and Synaptic Plasticity
3 Receptors
4 Somatic sensation Part 1 (touch and proprioceptive sensation)
5 Somatic sensation part 2 (Pain and thermal sensation)
6 Muscle receptors
7 Vestibular system and Equilibrium
8 The Spinal Cord and basic movement control
9 Brainstem and Cranial Nerves
10 The Cerebellum and Basal Ganglia
11 Thalamus and Hypothalamus
12 Motor Systems: Motor Cortex and Descending Pathways
13 Motor control of movement
14 Neurodevelopment and Aging
15 Autonomic Nervous System
1.1 Mapped to: K1

Describe the basic function of the nervous system and its role in controlling movement.

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Assessment Methods Midterm exam Class Activity Final Exam
1.2 Mapped to: K2

Explain the neural mechanisms underlying movement, motor control, and sensory processing.

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Assessment Methods Midterm exam Class Activity Final Exam
1.3 Mapped to: K3

Identify common neurological conditions and their impact on motor and sensory functions, with relevance to physical therapy interventions.

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Assessment Methods Midterm exam Class Activity Final Exam
2.1 Mapped to: S4

Analyze the interaction between the nervous system and musculoskeletal function to address movement and postural control in clinical scenarios.

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Assessment Methods Midterm exam Assignment Final Exam
2.2 Mapped to: S3

Apply critical thinking and reasoning skills to describe the functions of different parts of the nervous system and their integration in controlling human body movements.

Teaching Strategy Lectures
Assessment Methods Midterm exam Assignment Final Exam
Assessment
Weight
Midterm exam
30%
Class activities
20%
Assignments
10%
Final Exam
40%
Total
100%