The module will cover brain structure and function - including neural pathways - that control voluntary movement, posture, locomotion and sensation. The course will also introduce aspects of the psychology of sensation-action coupling and motor control. Applications to pathology and sport will be covered.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the module students should be able to:
Understand, explain and discuss the main components of the nervous system involved in the control of sensation and movement.
Understand, explain and discuss the structures and connections between the major motor systems.
Understand, explain and discuss the basic mechanisms of spinal reflexes, proprioception, sensation, posture and eye movements.
Be able to apply the principles of movement control to applications in pathology and sport.
Accurately present and discuss results from a laboratory experiment.
Assessment
28749-01 : Course work : Coursework (50%)
28749-02 : Exam : Exam (Centrally Timetabled) - Written Unseen (50%)