First-Year Seminars (FYSM)
Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences Faculty of Public Affairs
FYSM 1607 [1.0 credit]
Cognitive Science: Thinking and Knowing
Interdisciplinary examination of discoveries in linguistics, psychology, philosophy, and computer science concerning the question “What is cognition”? Specific issues may include the mind-brain controversy, the role of language in thought, and artificial versus natural intelligence.Prerequisite: normally restricted to students entering the first year of a B.A. program.
Classes and seminars three hours a week.
Summer session: some of the courses listed in this Calendar are offered during the summer. Hours and scheduling for summer session courses will differ significantly from those reported in the fall/winter Calendar. To determine the scheduling and hours for summer session classes, consult the class schedule at central.carleton.ca
Not all courses listed are offered in a given year. For an up-to-date statement of course offerings for the current session and to determine the term of offering, consult the class schedule at central.carleton.ca
