Introduction

This course addresses a central theme of modern cognitive science: the idea that computational processes provide powerful models of mind. The course will examine the role of artificial intelligence and its contributions to cognitive science.

Topics include

• What is computer modelling
• Symbol manipulation and connectionism
• Modelling areas such as problem-solving, learning, language and perception
• The limits of computer modelling

Lectures will be given by Chris Taylor (email: christay@sussex.ac.uk; office: 5C16; tel: 677216; office hour: Fridays at 15.00).

Computer classes will also be taught by Christ Taylor. Seminars will be taught by Steve Torrance (email: stevet@sussex.ac.uk), Hanneke de Jaegher (email: hdj20@sussex.ac.uk) and Giovanna Colombetti (email: giovc@sussex.ac.uk).

A printable version of this course outline can be accessed here