ACN 6330 (HCS 6330) Cognitive Science (3 semester
hours) Cognitive and neural processing approaches to understanding perception,
attention, memory, thought, and language. (3-0) Y
ACN 7344 Functional Human Neuroanatomy (3 semester
hours) Function of each major brain system as related to the organization and
synaptic connections of their principal nuclei. Function of each system related
to the neurological disorders associated with disease or lesions at specific
locations. (3-0) T
ACN 6346 (HCS 6346) Systems Neuroscience (3 semester hours) Integrative
systems level study of the nervous system. Aspects of neural
mechanisms and circuitry underlying regulation of motor behaviors, sensory and
perceptual processing, biological homeostasis, and higher cognitive functions.
(3-0) Y
ACN 6312 (HCS 6312) Research Methods in Behavioral and
Brain Sciences - Part I (3 semester hours). Applying,
understanding, and interpreting various statistical techniques in behavioral
science context. Participants have the opportunity to learn appropriate
statistical details for basic descriptive and inferential statistics, the
interrelationships among techniques, and computer skills required for data
analyses. (3-0) Y
ACN 6313 (HCS 6313) Research Methods in Behavioral and Brain Sciences - Part
II (3 semester hours). Topics in general linear modeling including
factorial analysis of variance, analysis of covariance, between and within
subject designs, and multiple regression.
Prerequisite: ACN 6312 or consent of instructor. (3-0) Y
ACN 6373 (HCS 6373) Intraoperative
Neurophysiological Monitoring I (3 semester hours). The anatomical and physiological basis for the use of
electrophysiological techniques in intraoperative
neurophysiologic monitoring and in diagnosis of disorders affecting the nervous
system. (3-0) Y
ACN 6374 (HCS 6374) Intraoperative
Neurophysiological Monitoring Part II (3 semester hours). The use of recordings of neuro-electric
brain potentials and their interpretation for diagnostic purposes and for intraoperative monitoring. (3-0) Y. Prerequisite:
ACN 6373 (HCS 6373)
ACN 7322 (HCS 7322) Computational Models of Language Understanding (3
semester hours). Probabilistic methods for natural language
understanding. Use of the MATLAB computer language for
instantiating specific knowledge-based computational theories of natural
language understanding. Prerequisites: Computer Programming Experience is
recommended but not required. (3-0) T
ACN 5314 (HCS 5314) Cognitive and Neural Modeling Lab (3 semester hours)
Auto-associative, associative, competitive learning, recurrent, and
back-propagation artificial neural network algorithms in a �hands-on�
micro-computer laboratory environment using special simulation software.
Applications to perceptual, cognitive, computational, and
neuroscience problems. Prerequisites: Linear Algebra and Computer
Programming Experience is recommended but not required. (3-0) T
ACN 7343 (HCS 7343) Neuropharmacology
(3 semester hours) Biology of neurotransmission in the central nervous system.
Includes ionotropic and metabotropic coupling of all known classes of receptors to
both their cellular and systemic effects. Clinical efficacy, side
effects, and other issues related to drug use and abuse are covered.
Prerequisite: ACN 6340 or ACN 6346. (3-0) T
ACN 6343 Human Computer Interactions Lab (3 semester hours) Provides
students with resources to learn and perform hands-on lab-based techniques such
as usability testing and cognitive walkthroughs. (3-0) T
ACN 7345 (HCS 7345) Neuroanatomy Laboratory (3 semester hours). Laboratory experience with neural tracing techniques employed in
neuroscience research. Prerequisite: HCS 7344 or consent of instructor.
(3-0) T
ACN 7378 (HCS 7378) Advanced Neurophysiology Methods (3 semester hours).
Hands-on experience with deeply anesthetized and reduced in
vitro brainslice or dissociated cell preparations
widely used in neuroscientific research.
Prerequisite: ACN 6340 and consent of instructor. (3-0) R
ACN 7367 (HCN 7367) Speech Perception Laboratory (3 semester hours)
Introduction to the field of speech processing by computer, with primary
application to research techniques in the study of speech perception. (0-9) T
ACN 7335 Computational Neuroscience (3 semester hours) Introduction to
state-of-the-art computer methods for simulation of biologically realistic
neuronal dynamics. Students must demonstrate some degree of computer
skills. (3-0) R
Note that the following list only represents a subset of the possible
approved elective and specialization area courses. Students in the Applied
Cognition and Neuroscience program should select their elective and
specialization area coursework in consultation with their faculty advisor or the
ACN Program Head. All courses with an HCS (Human Development and Communication
Sciences) prefix area are automatically approved elective courses. Coursework
outside the
ACN 6340 (HCS 6340)
Cellular Neuroscience (3 semester hours) Basic neural biology and
physiology and principles of synaptic transmission. (3-0) Y
ACN 6V81 Special Topics in Applied Cognition and Neuroscience (1-9
semester hours) Topics vary from semester to semester. May be
repeated for credit as topics vary. ([1-9]-0)
ACN
ACN 6333 Memory (HCS 6333) (3
semester hours) Theoretical frameworks for knowledge acquisition and
representation. Includes information processing and
neuropsychological perspectives. (3-0) T
ACN 6334 Attention (HCS 6334)
(3 semester hours) Theory and evidence on the study of attention especially in
human vision and audition. Includes perceptual
learning, information processing, and neuropsychological approaches.
(3-0) T
ACN 6341 Human Computer Interactions I (3 semester hours) Methods and
principles of human-computer interaction (HCI) ,
user-centered design (UCD) , and useability
evaluation. Provides broad overview of HCI and how HCI informs UCD processes
throughout product development lifecycle. (3-0) T
ACN 6342 Human Computer Interactions II (3 semester hours) Detailed exploration of human-computer interaction (HCI)
through readings in journal articles and research reports. Practical experience
in methodology typically used in the design of usable systems. (3-0) T
ACN 6348 (HCS 6348) Neural Net Mathematics (3 semester hours).
Vector calculus and vector calculus-based probability theory with artificial
neural network modeling applications. Intended to provide
mathematics preparation for ACN 6347 and ACN 6349. Prerequisites: Either: (1) Linear algebra,
multivariable calculus, STAT 5351, ACN 5314,
or (ii) �consent
of instructor. (3-0) T
ACN 6347 (HCS 6347) Intelligent Systems Analysis (3 semester hours).
Mathematical tools for investigating the asymptotic behavior of both
deterministic and stochastic nonlinear dynamical systems for the purposes of
building computational models in the fields of neuroscience, psychology, and
artificial intelligence. Topics include: artificial neural network
architectures, Lyapunov stability theory, nonlinear
optimization theory, stochastic approximation theory, and the Gibbs Sampler.
Prerequisites: HCS�
6348 or consent of instructor (or equivalent). (3-0) T
ACN 6349 Intelligent Systems Design (3 semester hours). Mathematical
tools for the design and evaluation of artificially intelligent deterministic
and stochastic nonlinear dynamical systems for the purposes of building
computational models in the fields of neuroscience, psychology, and artificial
intelligence. Topics include: (1) Markov Random Field probability
representations, and (2) asymptotic mathematical statistical theory for:� parameter estimation, model selection, and
hypothesis testing. �Prerequisites: HCS
6347 or consent of instructor. (3-0) T
Cognitive Psychology (3 semester hours) Theory and research on perception,
learning, thinking, psycholinguistics, and memory. (3-0) Y
ACN 7V71 Industry Internship May be repeated for credit. This
course may only be taken pass/fail. ([1-6]-0)
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