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Presentation
Presentation
This curricular unit (UC) aims to give the biological bases directly involved in behavior, so that students understand its relevance and applicability in studies of psychology. For this, basic notions of cell biology and genetics will be given, for better understanding basic neurophysiology and neurosciences. Next, behavioral interactions will be analysed at the human body level, addressing in greater detail the nervous and endocrine systems, focusing on the particularities underlying the functioning of neuronal cells and synaptic transmission mechanisms. All syllabus are covered from an evolutionary perspective, which will allow students to better integrate future knowledge in the fields of ethology.
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Class from course
Class from course
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Degree | Semesters | ECTS
Degree | Semesters | ECTS
Bachelor | Semestral | 5
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Year | Nature | Language
Year | Nature | Language
1 | Mandatory | Português
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Code
Code
ULHT35-24972
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Prerequisites and corequisites
Prerequisites and corequisites
Not applicable
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Professional Internship
Professional Internship
Não
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Syllabus
Syllabus
Unit 1: Biological Basis of Behavior (Introduction) Evolution and Natural Selection Basics Nature versus Nurture The nervous system The endocrine system Unit 2: The Cell - Basic Life Unit Structural and functional organization of eukaryotic cell Biological membranes and substance transfer between cell and medium Structure and function of glial neurons and cells Neuronal activity, synapses, and neurotransmitters Unit 3: Molecular Biology and Genetics DNA, RNA and protein synthesis Cell cycle: meiosis and mitosis Hereditary transmission mechanisms: genotype, phenotype Mendelian Genetics Human genetic disorders: implications in psychology. Epigenetics
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Objectives
Objectives
In this UC by providing students with basic biological and genetic knowledge, it is intended that they can better understand psychological processes and, at the same time, reflect critically and informedly on issues important to humanity, such as bioethics. It is, also, intended that students acquire and systematize knowledge about the structural and molecular organization of the cell, as cell as the mechanisms underlying its normal functioning, with particular focus on the nervous system. The acquisition of basic concepts of genetics, with a particular focus on heredity, will also be important.
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Teaching methodologies
Teaching methodologies
The classes aim to be highly interactive, with teachers encouraging students collaboration. These sessions will combine theoretical and theoretical-practical elements, being the evaluation methods mixed. During theoretical-practical classes, with mandatory attendance, the content covered in theoretical sessions will be reinforced through experimental observations and practical case analyses, enhancing learning through various activities.
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References
References
Azevedo, C. & Sunkel, C.E. (2012). Biologia Celular e Molecular, 5ª ed. Lidel, Lisboa. Brandão, M. L. (2004). As bases biológicas do comportamento: introdução à neurociência. Editora Pedagógica e Universitária, São Paulo. Gilbert, S. F. & Barresi, M. J. F. (2016). Developmental Biology, 10th ed. Sinauer Associates, Inc., Massachusetts.
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Assessment
Assessment
Descrição
Data limite
Ponderação
1ª Frequência (Teórica)
A determinar
35%
2ª Frequência (Teórica)
A determinar
35%
Trabalho final (Teórico Prática)
Grupo
Individual
A determinar
30%
10%
20%
As aulas teórico-práticas são de cariz obrigatório.
Os alunos para serem aprovados à UC têm que frequentar 70% das aulas teórico-práticas. Caso não o façam, estão chumbados à UC e terão que ir a exame de recurso.
No caso de o aluno faltar a uma das avaliações contínuas, a nota para ponderação será de 0 valores.
A nota do trabalho final (teórico-prática) representa 30% da avaliação final em regime de avaliação contínua. No entanto, esta nota é composta por duas partes: uma componente individual (20%) e outra componente de grupo (10%). Por esse motivo, os membros do mesmo grupo podem ter notas diferentes, dependendo do seu desempenho individual.
O exame de recurso e de época especial será um exame escrito com a totalidade da matéria teórica e teórico-prática.
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Mobility
Mobility
No
