Key facts
UNE unit code: NEUR539
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- Trimester 1 - Online
- Yes
- No
- No
- 6
Unit information
This unit introduces you to the neurobiological factors and processes associated with autism.
You will explore a wide range of topics including genetic, physiological, developmental, hormonal and environmental factors, as well as cell and behavioural, cortical and cerebellar phenotypes.
Data from fMRI and EEG studies is used to illustrate the autistic brain and help you develop a further understanding of this complex and evolving field of study.
Additionally, you will gain an understanding of the procedures and efficacy of a range of neurobiological treatment models for autism.
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Teaching period | Mode/location |
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Trimester 1 | Online |
*Offering is subject to availability
Intensive schools
There are no intensive schools required for this unit.
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Notes
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Learning outcomes
Upon completion of this unit, students will be able to:
- demonstrate an advanced understanding of the neurobiological factors and processes associated with autism;
- demonstrate an advanced understanding of the interactions between genetic, physiological, hormonal, and developmental factors in the creation of autism behavioural phenotypes;
- demonstrate an advanced understanding of the ‘autism spectrum’ via investigation of the key environmental and neurobiological processes and their interactions;
- demonstrate an advanced understanding of basic modalities (eg, fMRI, EEG) used to investigate the autistic brain; and
- demonstrate an advanced understanding of the procedures and efficacy of a range of neurobiological treatment models for autism.
Assessment information
Assessments are subject to change up to 8 weeks prior to the start of the teaching period in which you are undertaking the unit.
Title | Must Complete | Weight | Offerings | Assessment Notes |
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Assessment 1 | Yes | 30% | All offerings | Five (5) quizzes of 10 questions each; each quiz is worth 6%. 1000 word equivalent |
Assessment 2 | Yes | 35% | All offerings | Literature review of neurobiological and environmental contributors to the autism phenotype. 3250 word equivalent |
Assessment 3 | Yes | 35% | All offerings | Efficacy review of the results of fMRI and EEG studies of the autistic brain. 3250 word equivalent |
Learning resources
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