Courses: KOGVIT101 Introduction to the Cognitive Sciences - Spring 2017
Credits
10.0Level of Study
Bachelor level
Language of Instruction
English
Teaching semester
Spring
Objectives and Content
The purpose of this course is to give students at the bachelor's program in cognitive science a broad understanding of the field of cognitive science from an interdisciplinary perspective. The course discusses models of cognition that are based on empirical studies of human and artificial intelligence. We will look at models of knowledge representation, reasoning, learning, comprehension and use of natural language, perception, and consciousness as they relate to thinking. Furthermore, we look at how cognitive science has its roots in various subjects such as computer science, information science, linguistics, psychology and philosophy, and explore the relationship between formal- and psychological models of explanation. We will explore their common assumptions and how the connections between the subjects are established by cognitive science as an interdisciplinary research area.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the course the student should be able to:
- Provide an overview of how knowledge from computing, linguistics, psychology and philosophy can combine to give us an understanding of thinking.
- Explain how the other courses in the program contribute to cognitive science, and has a basis for specialization in the master degree.
- Reflect critically on issues that are central to cognitive science.
Required Previous Knowledge
Recommended Previous Knowledge
Basic knowledge of programming and linguistics.
Access to the Course
Open to all students at the University of Bergen and to international exchange students.
Teaching Methods and Extent of Organized Teaching
Lectures, seminars, tutoring. (Normally two hours of lectures and two hours of group instruction per week for 10 weeks.)
Compulsory Assignments and Attendance
Mandatory participation: Students must participate in class exercises. Attendance in seminar lab groups is mandatory (at least 80%).
Forms of Assessment
3 hour written examination (50%)
Semester assignment, individual (50%)
Grading Scale
The grading system has a descending scale from A to E for passes and F for fail.
Assessment Semester
Spring
Course Evaluation
KOGVIT101 is evaluated by students every three years, by the Department every year.
Contact Information
Advice@info.uib.no