MIT Department of Electrical Engineering & Computer Science

EECS Spring 1999 Catalogue Supplement

6.833 The Human Intelligence Enterprise (H)

(Meets with 6.803)
MW 9:30-11, 38-166
Prof. Patrick Winston, NE43-816, x6754
Prerequisite: 6.034
3-0-9

Analyzes seminal work directed at the development of a computational understanding of human intelligence, such as work on object tracking, object recognition, change representation, language evolution, and the role of symbols in learning and communication. Reviews visionary ideas of Turing, Minsky, and other influential thinkers. Examines the role of brain scanning, systems neuroscience, and cognitive psychology. Emphasis on discussion and analysis of original papers.

Meets with undergraduate subject 6.803, but assignments differ. Intended, in part, to prepare students for MEng thesis work in the AI concentration. Requires completion of supplementary exercises and a substantial term project.