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Cognitive Science Course Descriptions
CGS 2301 Cognitive Science (3 semester
hours) An introduction to the study of the brain and behavior from the
point of view of cognitive science, including approaches from psychology,
philosophy, neuropsychology, and computational modeling. Includes phenomena
involving sensory systems, memory, decision making, language, and communication.
(3-0) Y
CGS 3325 Historical Perspectives on Psychology:
Mind and Machines since 1600 (3 semester hours) Basic frames
of reference in 20th-century psychology and their historical development
in Western thought since 1600 with an emphasis on issues involved with
minds, brains, and machines. Includes behaviorism, learning theory,
artificial intelligence, gestalt, structural and cognitive approaches.
Prerequisite: PSY 2301 or CGS 2301. (Same as PSY 3360) (3-0) Y
CGS 3340 Empirical Methods in Cognitive Science
(3 semester hours) Laboratory experience in designing and conducting
empirical investigations in cognitive science, with a major emphasis
on writing research reports. (This course fulfills the advanced writing
requirement for Cognitive Science majors and 3 hours of the Communication
component of the Core Curriculum). Prerequisite: PSY 3490. (3-0) R
CGS 3342 Cognitive and Neural Modeling Laboratory
(3 semester hours) Auto-associative, associative, competitive learning,
recurrent, and back-propagation artificial neural network algorithms
in a "hands-on" micro-computer laboratory environment using
special simulation software. Applications to perceptual, cognitive,
computational, and neuroscience problems. Prerequisites: Linear Algebra
and Computer Programming experience is recommended but not required.
(3-0) T
CGS 3361 Cognitive Psychology (3
semester hours) Theory and research on perception, learning, thinking,
psycholinguistics, and memory. (Offered in the spring semester.) Prerequisite:
PSY 2301 or CGS 2301. (Same as PSY 3361) (3-0) Y
CGS 4312 Computational Models of Language
Understanding (3 semester hours) Logic-based and probabilistic-based
methods for natural language understanding using the MATLAB programming
language. (3-0) T
CGS 4313 Neural Net Mathematics
(3 semester hours) Vector calculus and vector calculus-based probability
theory with artificial neural network modeling applications. Intended
to provide mathematics preparation for CGS 4314 and CGS 4315. Prerequisites:Either
(1) Linear algebra, multivariable calculus, STAT 4351, CGS 3342, or
(2) consent of instructor. (3-0) T
CGS 4314 Intelligent Systems Analysis
(3 semester hours) Mathematical tools for investigating the asymptotic
behavior of both deterministic and stochastic nonlinear dynamical systems
for the purposes of building computational models in the fields of neuroscience,
psychology, and artificial intelligence. Topics include: artificial
neural network architectures, Lyapunov stability theory, nonlinear optimization
theory, stochastic approximation theory, and the Gibbs sampler. Prerequisite:
CGS 4313 or consent of instructor (or equivalent). (Same as CS 4314)
(3-0) T
CGS 4315 Intelligent Systems Design
(3 semester hours) Mathematical tools for the design and evaluation
of artificially intelligent deterministic and stochastic nonlinear dynamical
systems for the purposes of building computational models in the fields
of neuroscience, psychology, and artifical intelligence. Topics include:
(1) Markov Random Fields probability representations, and (2) asymptotic
statistical theory for: parameter estimation, model selection, and hypothesis
testing. Prerequisite: CGS 4314 or consent of instructor. (Same as CS
4315) (3-0) T
CGS 4352 Human Computer Interactions I
(3 semester hours) Methods and principles of human-computer interaction
(HCI), user-centered design (UCD), and usability evaluation. Provides
broad overview of HCI and how HCI informs UCD processes throughout product
development lifecycle. (Same as CS 4352) (3-0) T
CGS 4353 Human Computer Interactions II
(3 semester hours) Detailed exploration of human-computer interaction
(HCI) through readings in journal articles and research reports. Practical
experience in methodology typically used in the design of usable systems.
Prerequisite: CGS 4352 or consent of the instructor. (Same as CS 4353)
(3-0) T
CGS 4355 Human Computer Interactions Lab
(3 semester hours) Provides students with resources to learn and perform
hands-on lab-based techniques such as usability testing and cognitive
walkthroughs. Pre- or corequisite: CGS 4352 or CGS 4353, or consent
of instructor. (3-0) T
CGS 4362 Perception (3 semester
hours) Considers the processes by which the individual gathers information
from the external world, the physiological basis of those processes,
and how they develop throughout the life span of the individual. Pre-
or corequisite: CGS 4361. (3-0) Y
CGS 4364 Attention and Memory (3
semester hours) Factors influencing the capacity to pick up, organize,
and remember complex information. Prerequisite: CGS 3361, or consent
of instructor. (3-0) T
CGS 4368 Computational Neuroscience
(3 semester hours) Introduction to state-of-the-art computer methods
for simulation of biologically realistic neuronal dynamics. (Same as
NSC 4368) (3-0) R
CGS 4375 Honors Seminar (3 semester
hours) A course for students who conduct undergraduate thesis research
in the School of Behavioral and Brain Sciences. The seminar explores
the different types of thesis research, current research opportunities
in the school, and appropriate techniques for writing the thesis proposal
and final thesis report. Broader issues of professional development
are also explored. Permission of Associate Dean required. This course
is required for all students seeking School Honors (minimum GPA of 3.4
& 30 hours at UTD). Recommended, but not required, for students
seeking University magna or summa cum laude honors. Taken on a Credit/No
Credit basis. (Same as PSY 4375, NSC 4375, and SPAU 4375) (3-0) Y
Special Topics
Topics under the following course number vary from semester to semester.
The class schedule for the current semester will list the special topic
that will be offered.
CGS 4V90 Special Topics in Cognitive Science
(1-6 semester hours) May be repeated for credit (9 hours maximum). (3-0)
R
Independent Study
The following independent study courses are advanced individualized
projects to be arranged with a supervising professor. Open only to qualified
students by consent of instructor. Students must contact professor and
design a contract for study prior to enrollment. Permission forms are
available in the Associate Dean's office. Student may enroll in no more
than a total of 6 semester credit hours of independent study courses
during one semester and may take as Independent Study a maximum of 20
percent of the total hours of coursework undertaken at U.T. Dallas or
12 semester credit hours, whichever is smaller.
CGS 4394 Internship in Cognitive Science
(3 semester hours) Students earn course credit for field experience
in an applied setting. Requires working at least 8 hours per week at
an approved community agency or business of the student's choice. Students
keep daily job diaries, attend one class meeting per month, and write
brief papers relevant to their experiences. Open to all students who
have reached junior or senior standing (more than 53 hours). Apply for
placements in the Associate Dean's office. Taken on Credit/No Credit
basis. (Same as PSY 4394, NSC 4394 and SPAU 4394) (3-0) S
CGS 4397 Honors Thesis (3 semester
hours) An independent study in which the student writes an honors thesis
under faculty supervision. Permission of instructor and Associate Dean
required. (3-0) S
CGS 4V96 Teaching Internship (1-3
semester hours) Students work individually with faculty member in preparing
and presenting course materials and tutoring students. Must have completed
the relevant course with a grade of at least B and a U.T. Dallas GPA
of 3.0. Permission of instructor and Associate Dean required. Taken
on a Credit/No Credit basis. Can be repeated for a total of 6 semester
hours. ([1-3]-0) S
CGS 4V98 Directed Research (1-6
semester hours) Student assists faculty with research projects or conducts
a research project under weekly faculty supervision. Taken on a Credit/No
Credit basis. May be repeated for credit. ([1-6]-0) S
CGS 4V99 Individual Study (1-6 semester
hours) Student studies advanced topics under weekly faculty direction
and writes a paper. Taken on a Credit/No Credit basis. May be repeated
for credit. ([1-6]-0) S
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