Psychological Sciences and Techniques

2 Obiettivi formativi 2.1 Obiettivi generali
 The main purpose of the course is the acquisition of advanced knowledge and competency in the field of cognitive neuroscience, with particular reference to current research. To understand the brain mechanisms that underlie the cognitive functions using neurofunctional, neuropsychology and experimental research. 2.2 Obiettivi specifici 2.2.1 Conoscenza e capacità di comprensione (knowledge and understanding). The student will acquire advanced knowledge in the field of cognitive neuroscience, and in particular on individual mental processes by using neurofunctional, neuropsychological and experimental psychology investigation methods. 2.2.2 Capacità di applicare conoscenza e comprensione (applying knowledge and understanding). Students will acquire basic knowledge in the field of neuroscience, with particular attention paid to the neural substrates of mental processes and the use of neuroscientific techniques relevant in study of behavior. 2.2.3 Autonomia di giudizio (making judgements). The course will allow students to acquire critical judgment skills on data from neuroscientific information that plays an important role in neuroscience and cognitive psychology, including reflections on the related social and ethical implications. At the end of the course, students will be expected to be able to identify any limits connected to the use of specific neuroscientific data and techniques. 2.2.4 Abilità comunicative (communication skills). The neural correlates of behavior will be presented in such a way as to enable students to gain scientific language. Through the course, students will acquire advanced communication skills enabling them to understand neuroscientific information and to carry on discussions with specialist and nonspecialist interlocutors. 2.2.5 5) Capacità di apprendimento (learning skills). Students will acquire the ability to study in a self-managed or autonomous way the scientific information and the neuroscience updates.