def METHOD_NAME(dt):
    nest.ResetKernel()
    nest.local_num_threads = 1
    nest.resolution = dt
    neuron = nest.Create("iaf_psc_alpha")
    neuron.I_e = 376.0
    vm = nest.Create("voltmeter")
    sr = nest.Create("spike_recorder")
    nest.Connect(vm, neuron)
    nest.Connect(neuron, sr)
    return vm, sr