Universität Wien

300043 VO Introduction to Cognitive Biology (2021W)

3.00 ECTS (2.00 SWS), SPL 30 - Biologie
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Language: English

Examination dates

Lecturers

Classes (iCal) - next class is marked with N

No lecture on 1 Oct, first lecture is on Friday Oct 8th.

  • Friday 08.10. 13:15 - 14:45 Digital
  • Friday 15.10. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal 2, Biologie Djerassiplatz 1, 0.033, Ebene 0
  • Friday 22.10. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal 2, Biologie Djerassiplatz 1, 0.033, Ebene 0
  • Friday 29.10. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal 2, Biologie Djerassiplatz 1, 0.033, Ebene 0
  • Friday 05.11. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal 2, Biologie Djerassiplatz 1, 0.033, Ebene 0
  • Friday 12.11. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal 2, Biologie Djerassiplatz 1, 0.033, Ebene 0
  • Friday 19.11. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal 2, Biologie Djerassiplatz 1, 0.033, Ebene 0
  • Friday 26.11. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal 2, Biologie Djerassiplatz 1, 0.033, Ebene 0
  • Friday 03.12. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal 2, Biologie Djerassiplatz 1, 0.033, Ebene 0
  • Friday 10.12. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal 2, Biologie Djerassiplatz 1, 0.033, Ebene 0
  • Friday 17.12. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal 2, Biologie Djerassiplatz 1, 0.033, Ebene 0
  • Friday 07.01. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal 2, Biologie Djerassiplatz 1, 0.033, Ebene 0
  • Friday 14.01. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal 2, Biologie Djerassiplatz 1, 0.033, Ebene 0
  • Friday 21.01. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal 2, Biologie Djerassiplatz 1, 0.033, Ebene 0
  • Friday 28.01. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal 2, Biologie Djerassiplatz 1, 0.033, Ebene 0

Information

Aims, contents and method of the course

The lecture provides a comprehensive overview of the principles of cognitive biology. The main approach is to put cognition in relation to animal behavior and evolution. After a brief outline of the history we will present basic principles and main approaches to animal cognition.

Assessment and permitted materials

Exam, multiple choice

Minimum requirements and assessment criteria

To gain an understanding of the principles of animal cognition and cognitive ethology and get an overview of the main approaches to this topic.

Examination topics

Lectures

Reading list

Cognition, Evolution and Behavior, Sara J. Shettleworth, Second Edition
Animal Learning & Cognition, An Introduction John Pearce

Association in the course directory

BZO 10, BAN 6, BOE 11, BPB 11, BMG 10, BMB 10, BBO 8, UF BU 10

Last modified: Fr 12.05.2023 00:23