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COGS 101: Mind, Brain, and Computation

Units: 4

Explores foundational topics in cognitive science, including computation, brain structure, neurological deficits, and the connection between mind and brain. Survey of empirical methods and findings, with related theoretical and philosophical issues, that are associated with the major frameworks of cognitive science, including: symbolic approaches, connectionism, dynamical systems theory, and embodiment.

Course Details
Repeats Allowed for Credit: 0

Normal Letter Grade with Pass/No Pass option

GE Requirements
  • Upper Division: Crossroads
  • Upper Division: Writing in the Discipline
  • Approaches to Knowledge: Social Science
  • Intellectual Experience: Scientific Method

Requisites and Restrictions
Prerequisite Courses: COGS 001 or PSY 001 or equivalent exam
Open only to the following class level(s):
  • Sophomore
  • Junior
  • Senior

Instructor Permission Required: No


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