Psych 4418 - Computational Modelling in Cognitive Neuroscience

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Washington University in St Louis

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Introduces the ideas and methods used in simulating cognitive and perceptual processes using computational models. The focus is on neural network mechanisms, which provide a bridge between behavioral and biological levels of analysis. The first half of the course introduces the basic computational and biological properties of individual neurons and neuronal networks, and the learning mechanisms that organize these networks. The second half of the course examines how these computational mechanisms can be used to explore a range of cognitive phenomena, including perception, attention, memory, language and higher-level cognition (i.e., executive control). Prerequisite: Psych 3604 (Cognitive Neuroscience) or permission of instructor.

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.wustl.edu

Phone Number:

(314) 935-5000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

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Semester

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