Augmented Humanity

5 credits

Focuses on technologies designed to become an intrinsic part of the neural functioning of the brain, such as cochlear and visual electronic prostheses, brain-machine interfaces, and genetic engineering. Current and future augmented humanity technologies, using an integrated approach that combines engineering, neuroscience, psychology, and ethics. Recommended: coursework on neurons and the basic structure of the sensorimotor areas of the brain. Offered: Sp.