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Credit points: 18.0
Coordinator: Dr M Kalloniatis
Prerequisite: Physiology 536-202, Human Visual Functions 655-221, Physiology of Vision 655-222
Contact: 39 lectures (3 per week), 13 seminars and 39 hours practical
Timetable: First semester
Objectives:
On completion of this subject students will:
- have a thorough understanding of the theoretical models that explain visual function and the processing of visual information by the visual pathways and visual cortex;
- understand the control of oculo-motor behaviour and the processes of post-natal development;
- have further developed their skills in experimental methodology for the investigation of visual function;
- have acquired skills necessary for reading, analysing and debating scientific papers;
- be familiar with contemporary debate on current issues in visual science.
Content:
Psychophysical method. Electro-physiological investigation of visual function. Regulation of visual sensitivity. Parallel processing. Post-natal visual development. Perception of brightness, darkness and motion. Ocular motor function and control. Binocular coordination. The seminar series will study classical and contemporary papers.
Assessment:
A two hour written examination at the end of the semester. Practical work(15 per cent). Seminar participation (15 per cent)
Prescribed texts:
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Handbook 1996 : Faculty of Science (Volume 4 page 219)
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