Intelligence in Animals and Machines (C1118)
Intelligence in Animals and Machines
Module C1118
15 credits
FHEQ Level 6
Module Outline
The module will develop understanding of what it means for an animal or a machine to behave intelligently, and how brain and behavioural systems are adapted to enable an animal to cope effectively within its environment. We consider diverse aspects of intelligence including navigation and motor control, tool-use, language, memory and social skills. We ask how these are related to one another and how they are matched to the particular needs of animals and machines.
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Unseen Examination | End of Year Assessment | 70.00% |
| Coursework | 30.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Presentation | T1 Week 7 (15 minutes) | 25.00% |
| Essay | A1 Week 1 | 75.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn Teaching | LECTURE | 2 hours | 011110111110 |
| Autumn Teaching | SEMINAR | 3 hours | 100001000001 |
How to read the week pattern
The numbers indicate the weeks of the term and how many events take place each week.
Dr Paul Graham
Convenor, Assess convenor
http://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/91528
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