PSYCHOL 7135 - Clinical Neuropsychology & Disability
North Terrace Campus - Semester 1 - 2014
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General Course Information
Course Details
Course Code PSYCHOL 7135 Course Clinical Neuropsychology & Disability Coordinating Unit Psychology Term Semester 1 Level Postgraduate Coursework Location/s North Terrace Campus Units 3 Contact Up to 3 hours per week Prerequisites Honours level course in Psychological Assessment (or equivalent) Corequisites PSYCHOL 7132 Assumed Knowledge Undergraduate level training in neuropsychology Restrictions Available to M Psych (Clin) and PhD/MPsych(Clin) students only or by permission of Head of School Assessment Written assignments Course Staff
Course Coordinator: Professor Jane Mathias
Additional Academic Staff:
Dr Linley Denson: Ph - +61 8313 4128; Email - linley.denson@adelaide.edu.au
School of Psychology Office:
Ms Janine Flory: Ph - +61 8313 1540; Email - janine.flory@adelaide.edu.au
Course Timetable
The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from .
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Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes
At the successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. Understand at an advanced level the nature, rationale, and purposes of neuropsychological and disability assessments.
2. Acquire a strong working knowledge of the structural and functional organisation of the brain, and the regions that are affected by various brain-based disorders.
3. Recognise and understand tests that are commonly used in neuropsychological and disability assessments.
4. Understand at an advanced level some of the main types of developmental and acquired brain disorders; the main cognitive and psychological problems that are associated with these different disorders; and the treatments and prognoses for these disorders.University Graduate Attributes
This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:
University Graduate Attribute Course Learning Outcome(s) Knowledge and understanding of the content and techniques of a chosen discipline at advanced levels that are internationally recognised. 1,2,3,4 The ability to locate, analyse, evaluate and synthesise information from a wide variety of sources in a planned and timely manner. 3,4 An ability to apply effective, creative and innovative solutions, both independently and cooperatively, to current and future problems. 1,2,3,4 Skills of a high order in interpersonal understanding, teamwork and communication. 3,4 A proficiency in the appropriate use of contemporary technologies. 2,3,4 A commitment to continuous learning and the capacity to maintain intellectual curiosity throughout life. 1,2,3,4 A commitment to the highest standards of professional endeavour and the ability to take a leadership role in the community. 1,2,3,4 An awareness of ethical, social and cultural issues within a global context and their importance in the exercise of professional skills and responsibilities. 1,3,4 -
Learning Resources
Recommended Resources
Students will be provided with a detailed reference list in the first week of their lectures. Individual lecturers will also provide additional specific references for each lecture.
For further information please refer to the Master of Psychology (Clinical) Program Handbook at the following link:Online Learning
This course may use MyUni for one or more of the following:
- Communication with students via Announcements and Discussion Board
- Submission of assessment
- Access to resources such as additional readings
- Self-directed learning activities
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Learning & Teaching Activities
Learning & Teaching Modes
Lectures will be supported by small group discussions and exercises that are related to the lecture content. Lectures will be interactive.
For further information please refer to the Master of Psychology (Clinical) Program Handbook at the following link:Workload
The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.
Seminars: 12 x 3 hours - 36 hours
Independent reading: 36 hours
Presentation preparation: 4 hours
Written assignments: 80 hoursLearning Activities Summary
Lectures will be held weekly on a Friday morning from 9.10 am – 12 noon. The following is a provisional program. The final program will be provided in the first lecture.
Disclaimer: This program is provisional and subject to change.Week Topic Lecture Week 1 Introduction to clinical neuropsychology and disability Introduction Week 2 Orientation, attention and memory Neuropsychological Assessment Week 3 Perception, language, construction, and higher order cognitive functions Neuropsychological Assessment Week 4 Executive and motor functions, emotional functioning, and test effort Neuropsychological Assessment Week 5 Developmental Disorders Childhood Disorders Week 6 Neuropsychological Disorders Childhood Disorders Week 7 Intellectual Disability Childhood Disorders Week 8 Traumatic Brain Injuries Adult Disorders Week 9 Epilepsy Adult Disorders Week 10 Alcohol and Substance Abuse Adult Disorders Week 11 Vascular Disorders Adult Disorders Week 12 Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias Adult Disorders Small Group Discovery Experience
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Assessment
The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:
- Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
- Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
- Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
- Assessment must maintain academic standards.
Assessment Summary
Assessment Task Assessment Type Weighting Learning outcome(s) being addressed Self Directed Learning: neuroanatomy revision - reading & DVD Formative Not applicable 2 Class presentation Summative 5% 1,3 Test review Summative 45% 1,3 Disorder review Summative 50% 1,2,4 Assessment Related Requirements
Students must attend at least 80% of classes. Attendance lists are maintained. Failure to meet this attendance requirement (i.e. absence from three or more sessions in this course) may lead to exclusion from the course.
Redemption assignments will be set for any lecture that is missed, to ensure that the student gains adequate exposure to, and understanding of, the material that they missed. These must be completed to the satisfaction of the lecturer or course co-ordinator.Assessment Detail
The aim of these assessments is to improve students’ understanding of some of the main disorders that are seen in clinical practice and some of the tests that are used to assess the cognitive problems associated with these disorders.
The SDL (neuroanatomy reading and DVD) is completed in the first few weeks of the course and is designed to refresh students’ knowledge in this area.
Student oral presentations are scheduled for lectures 2, 3 and 4, with the Test Review due after this.
The Disorders Review is completed in the second half of the semester.
Further details of both assignments will be provided at the commencement of the course.
For further information please refer to the Master of Psychology (Clinical) Program Handbook at the following link:
Submission
The School of Psychology undertakes to adhere to the University’s Assessment for Coursework Programs Policy, Procedure 6a, which requires that assessments are returned within 4 weeks of the deadlines for submission.
Extension of time for an assignment may be granted at the discretion of the Course Coordinator, to whom students should apply in writing (or email) before the due date and time.
No requests for extensions will be considered if made after the due date and time.
For further information please refer to the Assessment Policy in the Master of Psychology (Clinical) Program Handbook:
Course Grading
Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:
M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme) Grade Mark Description FNS Fail No Submission F 1-49 Fail P 50-64 Pass C 65-74 Credit D 75-84 Distinction HD 85-100 High Distinction CN Continuing NFE No Formal Examination RP Result Pending Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.
Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.
Final results for this course will be made available through .
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Student Feedback
The University places a high priority on approaches to learning and teaching that enhance the student experience. Feedback is sought from students in a variety of ways including on-going engagement with staff, the use of online discussion boards and the use of Student Experience of Learning and Teaching (SELT) surveys as well as GOS surveys and Program reviews.
SELTs are an important source of information to inform individual teaching practice, decisions about teaching duties, and course and program curriculum design. They enable the University to assess how effectively its learning environments and teaching practices facilitate student engagement and learning outcomes. Under the current SELT Policy (http://www.adelaide.edu.au/policies/101/) course SELTs are mandated and must be conducted at the conclusion of each term/semester/trimester for every course offering. Feedback on issues raised through course SELT surveys is made available to enrolled students through various resources (e.g. MyUni). In addition aggregated course SELT data is available.
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Student Support
- Academic Integrity for Students
- Academic Support with Maths
- Academic Support with writing and study skills
- Careers Services
- Library Services for Students
- LinkedIn Learning
- Student Life Counselling Support - Personal counselling for issues affecting study
- Students with a Disability - Alternative academic arrangements
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Policies & Guidelines
This section contains links to relevant assessment-related policies and guidelines - all university policies.
- Academic Credit Arrangements Policy
- Academic Integrity Policy
- Academic Progress by Coursework Students Policy
- Assessment for Coursework Programs Policy
- Copyright Compliance Policy
- Coursework Academic Programs Policy
- Intellectual Property Policy
- IT Acceptable Use and Security Policy
- Modified Arrangements for Coursework Assessment Policy
- Reasonable Adjustments to Learning, Teaching & Assessment for Students with a Disability Policy
- Student Experience of Learning and Teaching Policy
- Student Grievance Resolution Process
Please refer to the Master of Psychology (Clinical) Program Handbook for general course information and School policies:
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