CVR8028 : Introduction to Neurophysiology
- Offered for Year: 2024/25
- Module Leader(s): Professor Christopher Eggett
- Owning School: School of Medical Education
- Teaching Location: Mixed Location
Semesters
Your programme is made up of credits, the total differs on programme to programme.
| Semester 1 Credit Value: | 6 |
| Semester 2 Credit Value: | 4 |
| ECTS Credits: | 5.0 |
| European Credit Transfer System | |
Aims
This module provides an opportunity for the student to develop their knowledge of neurophysiological assessment with particular relevance to respiratory and sleep physiology.
Outline Of Syllabus
• Common diseases and disorders in the clinical neurophysiology practice: aetiology, pathophysiology,
treatment and prognosis.
• Instrumentation for clinical neurophysiological assessments.
• Routine test procedures and equipment used in neurophysiology for assessment of neurological conditions.
• Effects of medications on electrophysiological recordings and patient states.
Teaching Methods
Teaching Activities
| Category | Activity | Number | Length | Student Hours | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Lecture | 10 | 1:00 | 10:00 | Present in person |
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 1 | 20:00 | 20:00 | N/A |
| Guided Independent Study | Directed research and reading | 30 | 1:00 | 30:00 | N/A |
| Guided Independent Study | Independent study | 40 | 1:00 | 40:00 | N/A |
| Total | 100:00 |
Teaching Rationale And Relationship
A fundamental understanding of the human nervous system and techniques used to investigate neurophysiology are delivered to students predominately in the initial six week face-to-face study period through a mix of lectures. Students will be given the opportunity for formative practice.
Lecture sessions are used to establish a learning framework for the development of understanding, to explain complex concepts and to provide early insights into the relationships between theory and clinical practice.
Assessment Methods
The format of resits will be determined by the Board of Examiners
Exams
| Description | Length | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PC Examination | 60 | 2 | A | 50 | Present in person - Inspera invigilated: MCQ - 40 SBA questions. |
Exam Pairings
| Module Code | Module Title | Semester | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Introduction to Vascular Science | 2 | N/A | |
| Introduction to Gastrointestinal Physiology | 2 | N/A | |
| Introduction to Electrocardiography | 2 | N/A |
Other Assessment
| Description | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Written exercise | 2 | M | 50 | 1000 words. |
Assessment Rationale And Relationship
The MCQ exam (single best answer style questions) will test the student’s knowledge and their ability to apply that knowledge effectively and appropriately to the clinical setting and consequently demonstrate a fundamental understanding of the module material. This is particularly important as the students will be based in a hospital/laboratory setting during their work placements.
The written exercise is used to assess the critical thinking skills, understanding and application of the knowledge developed through the course of study and the students' ability to apply this knowledge to real life problems and service development.
Reading Lists
Timetable
- Timetable Website: www.ncl.ac.uk/timetable/
- CVR8028's Timetable