COURSE INTRODUCTION AND APPLICATION INFORMATION


Course Name
Brain Imaging Techniques
Code
Semester
Theory
(hour/week)
Application/Lab
(hour/week)
Local Credits
ECTS
PSY 614
Fall/Spring
2
1
3
7.5
Prerequisites
None
Course Language
English
Course Type
Elective
Course Level
Third Cycle
Mode of Delivery -
Teaching Methods and Techniques of the Course Discussion
Q&A
Application: Experiment / Laboratory / Workshop
Lecturing / Presentation
Course Coordinator
Course Lecturer(s) -
Assistant(s) -
Course Objectives The goal of this course is to teach a critical overview of how brain imaging research can contribute to cognitive neuroscience research. Moreover students will have a sufficient understanding of neuroimaging design and methods that they can read and critique articles on the topic and can propose a well-designed neuroimaging experiment. Also students will learn how to perform brain imaging analysis.
Learning Outcomes The students who succeeded in this course;
  • Will be able to define the components of Event-related Potentials.
  • Will be able to discuss the findings of different experimental designs that used Event-related Potentials.
  • Will be able to list the basic principles of Event-related Potentials recordings.
  • Will be able to explain amplitude and latency findings of Event-related Potenials.
  • Will be able to verbally state the components for Event-related Potential Laboratory set up.
  • Will be able to prepare participants for Event-related Potential measurements.
Course Description The course will focus on our current state of knowledge regarding the methods in neuroimaging. Brain imaging, particularly EEG and Event relatedpotentials (ERPs) have become a common tool to study specialized human brain dynamics involved in cognitive functions. The course will be comprised of a combination of theoretical and practical lectures.The lectures will cover brain imaging technology, current techniques for experimental design, new methods for the analysis, and a discussion of the merits and limitations of neuroimaging as a tool for cognitive neuroscientists. The tutorials will cover EEG/ERPs data, preprocessing, and analysis.
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Course Category

Core Courses
Major Area Courses
X
Supportive Courses
Media and Managment Skills Courses
Transferable Skill Courses

 

WEEKLY SUBJECTS AND RELATED PREPARATION STUDIES

Week Subjects Required Materials
1 A broad overview of the Event-Related Potential technique Luck, Steven J. (2014) – An introduction to the event-related potential technique / Steven J. Luck - Second edition. ISBN: 9780262525855 (Chapter 1)
2 A closer look at ERPs and ERP components Luck, Steven J. (2014) – An introduction to the event-related potential technique / Steven J. Luck - Second edition. ISBN: 9780262525855 (Chapter 2)
3 A closer look at ERPs and ERP components Luck, Steven J. (2014) – An introduction to the event-related potential technique / Steven J. Luck - Second edition. ISBN: 9780262525855 (Chapter 2)
4 The basic frequencies of EEG and their possible functions Luck, Steven J. (2014) – An introduction to the event-related potential technique / Steven J. Luck - Second edition. ISBN: 9780262525855 (Chapter 3)
5 Overview of common ERP components Luck, Steven J. (2014) – An introduction to the event-related potential technique / Steven J. Luck - Second edition. ISBN: 9780262525855 (Chapter 3)
6 The design of ERP experiments Luck, Steven J. (2014) – An introduction to the event-related potential technique / Steven J. Luck - Second edition. ISBN: 9780262525855 (Chapter 4)
7 Basic principles of ERP recording Luck, Steven J. (2014) – An introduction to the event-related potential technique / Steven J. Luck - Second edition. ISBN: 9780262525855 (Chapter 5)
8 Baseline Correction, Averaging, and Time – Frequency Analyses Luck, Steven J. (2014) – An introduction to the event-related potential technique / Steven J. Luck - Second edition. ISBN: 9780262525855 (Chapter 8)
9 Quantifying ERP amplitudes and latencies Luck, Steven J. (2014) – An introduction to the event-related potential technique / Steven J. Luck - Second edition. ISBN: 9780262525855 (Chapter 9)
10 Recording of auditory ERPs (Oddball Paradigm) Powerpoint presentations
11 Recording of Visual ERPs (Checkerboard) Powerpoint presentations
12 The recordings of ERPs in elderly people Powerpoint presentations
13 Training of EEG recordings for students Luck, Steven J. (2014) – An introduction to the event-related potential technique / Steven J. Luck - Second edition. ISBN: 9780262525855 (Chapter 16)
14 Training of EEG recordings for students Luck, Steven J. (2014) – An introduction to the event-related potential technique / Steven J. Luck - Second edition. ISBN: 9780262525855 (Chapter 16)
15 Overview of all the new measurement techniques Powerpoint presentations
16 Overview of the semester
Course Notes/Textbooks

Luck, Steven J. (2014) – An introduction to the event-related potential technique / Steven J. Luck - Second edition.

ISBN: 9780262525855

Suggested Readings/Materials

 

EVALUATION SYSTEM

Semester Activities Number Weigthing
Participation
Laboratory / Application
Field Work
Quizzes / Studio Critiques
Portfolio
Homework / Assignments
1
30
Presentation / Jury
1
30
Project
Seminar / Workshop
Oral Exam
Midterm
Final Exam
1
40
Total

Weighting of Semester Activities on the Final Grade
2
60
Weighting of End-of-Semester Activities on the Final Grade
1
40
Total

ECTS / WORKLOAD TABLE

Semester Activities Number Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours
(Including exam week: 16 x total hours)
16
3
48
Laboratory / Application Hours
(Including exam week: 16 x total hours)
16
Study Hours Out of Class
14
5
70
Field Work
Quizzes / Studio Critiques
Portfolio
Homework / Assignments
1
30
Presentation / Jury
1
30
Project
Seminar / Workshop
Oral Exam
Midterms
Final Exams
1
47
    Total
225

 

COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES AND PROGRAM QUALIFICATIONS RELATIONSHIP

#
Program Competencies/Outcomes
* Contribution Level
1
2
3
4
5
1

To be able to develop and deepen the current and advanced knowledge in the experimental science of psychology with original thought and/or research and come up with innovative definitions based on Master's degree qualifications.

X
2

To be able to conceive the interdisciplinary interaction which the experimental psychology is related with, come up with original solutions by using knowledge requiring proficiency on analysis, synthesis and assessment of new and complex ideas.

X
3

To be able to evaluate and use new methodological knowledge in a systematic way and gain higher level of skills on research methodology of the mind, behavior, and the brain.

X
4

To be able to develop an innovative knowledge, method, design and/or practice or adapt an already known knowledge, method, design and/or practice to another field; research, conceive, design, adapt and implement an original subject.

X
5

To be able to make critical analysis, synthesis and evaluation of new and complex ideas in the field of experimental psychology.

X
6

To be able to develop new ideas and methods in the field of experimental psychology by using high level mental processes such as creative and critical thinking, problem solving and decision making.

X
7

To be able to broaden the borders of the knowledge in the field by producing or interpreting an original work or publishing at least one scientific paper in the field in national and/or international refereed journals.

X
8

To be able to organize and participate in scientific activities such as workshops, conferences, and panels to elaborate possible solutions to the problems which may be specific to experimental psychology or interdisiplinary.

X
9

To be able to contribute to the transition of the community to an information society and its sustainability process by introducing scientific, technological, social or cultural improvements by following pioneer and innovative methods and theories of the mind, behavior and the brain trilogy.

X
10

To be able to develope effective and functional means of communication to analyze mental relations and processes in the context of experimental psychology.

X
11

To be able to contribute to the solution finding process regarding social, scientific, cultural and ethical problems in the field and support the development of these values.

X
12

To be able to write an original dissertation in accordance with the criteria related to the field of Experimental Psychology.

X
13

To be able to communicate and discuss orally, in written and visually with peers by using English language.

X

*1 Lowest, 2 Low, 3 Average, 4 High, 5 Highest