Brain Behavior and Neuroscience of Learning and Memory (2:0)
Balaji J
Center for Neuroscience, IISc
Objective of the course
This will provide crash course introduction to the field of learning and memory . Starting with historical perspective of how these functions were discovered originally, we will be studying the neurological basis of behavior. The rules governing learning, the different types of learning, neural basis of memory across various scales will be discussed
Syllabus
Different phases of Memory, Memory engrams, Case study of HM, Consolidation, classical conditioning, reinforcement learning, Cognitive vs Reflexive learning : Thorndike’s findings, molecular basis of complex behavior, modern techniques and unanswered questions in the field of learning and memory.
Minimum Qualification
School level biology and mathematics.
Pre-requisites
NIL
Who can apply?
School and college teachers, HR personnel, UG or PG students or Engineers wanting to foreray into Neuroscience
Number of credits – 2:0
Mode of Instruction:
Online with Synchronous mode
Online Seats are Limited to 100
Last date to apply:
30 April 2025
Duration:
1 May to 31 July 2025
Timings of the class:
Tuesday & Thursday 8:30 to 10 P.M.
Final Exams:
25 – 31 July, 2025
Course Fee
| Particulars | Amount (in ₹) |
| Course Fee | 10,000 |
| Application Fee | 300 |
| GST@18% | 1,854 |
| Total | 12,154 |