Course manual 2021/2022

Objectives

Analyze computer models of neural networks
Describe relationships between network functioning, representation, consciousness and other cognitive processes
Explain the extent to which neural network models are biologically plausible
Discuss implications of network models for different theories about the mind-brain problem, and in particular consciousness
Use techniques to digitally execute and modify computer simulations
Perform oral and written presentations on neural network models and theories of consciousness

Learning activities

Activity	Hours
Hoorcollege	50
Laptopcollege	28
Presentatie	4
Tentamen	3
Tussentoets	3
Vragenuur	4
Werkcollege	26
Self study	50
Total	168	(6 EC x 28 uur)

Attendance

Requirements of the programme concerning attendance (OER-B):

Attendance during practical components exercises is mandatory.

Assessment

Item and weight	Details
Final grade
1 (100%) Deeltoets

Fraud and plagiarism

The 'Regulations governing fraud and plagiarism for UvA students' applies to this course. This will be monitored carefully. Upon suspicion of fraud or plagiarism the Examinations Board of the programme will be informed. For the 'Regulations governing fraud and plagiarism for UvA students' see: www.student.uva.nl

Course structure

Weeknummer	Onderwerpen	Studiestof
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8

Owner	Master Biomedical Sciences
Coordinator	prof. dr. C.M.A. Pennartz
Part of	Master Biomedical Sciences, track Cognitive Neurobiology and Clinical Neurophysiology,

Network Models, Representation and Consciousness