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- Yagi Tohru
- Class Format
- Lecture (Livestream)
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- Thr5-6()
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- Course number
- HCB.M464
- Credits
- 1
- Academic year
- 2022
- Offered quarter
- 3Q
- Syllabus updated
- 2022/9/6
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- Language used
- English
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Course description and aims
Introduction to neural engineering, a technology to link the nervous system to a machine. This course provides a foundation of neuroscience and covers several updated topics in neural engineering.
Student learning outcomes
Students are expected to understand the basic principles of neuroscience and neural engineering.
Course taught by instructors with work experience
| ✔ Applicable | How instructors' work experience benefits the course |
|---|---|
| This course will be offered using some examples in clinical field, since one instructor has experience at a biomedical engineering company. |
Keywords
Anatomy and physiology of brain/nervous system, recording technique of neural signals, electrical stimulation and biological responses, cochlear implant, visual prosthesis, brain machine interface, deep brain stimulation
Competencies that will be developed
| ✔ Specialist skills | Intercultural skills | Communication skills | Critical thinking skills | Practical and/or problem-solving skills |
Class flow
This is a online lecture style class. Sometimes demonstrations will be offered.
Course schedule/Required learning
| Course schedule | Required learning | |
|---|---|---|
| Class 1 | Introduction | Quiz in class |
| Class 2 | BCI | Quiz in class |
| Class 3 | BMI | Quiz in class |
| Class 4 | DBS | Quiz in class |
| Class 5 | FES | Quiz in class |
| Class 6 | Cochlear implant | Quiz in class |
| Class 7 | Visual prosthesis | Quiz in class |
Out-of-Class Study Time (Preparation and Review)
To enhance effective learning, students are encouraged to spend approximately 60 minutes reviewing class contents afterward (including assignments) for each class, referring to course materials and others.
Textbook(s)
None
Reference books, course materials, etc.
Materials can be downloaded from T2Schola
Assessment criteria and methods
Test in class (70 points)
Poster for presentation (30 points)
Pass:100-60, Fail: 59 or under
Related courses
- HCB.M463 ： Introduction to Biomedical Instrumentation
Prerequisites (i.e., required knowledge, skills, courses, etc.)
Basic engineering knowledge regarding mechanical, electrical and material engineering. Basic biology.
