Spring 2025
COGSCI 190 003 - SEM 003
Special Topics in Cognitive Science
Models of Decision Making from Brain to Behavior
Naomi Odean
Jan 21, 2025 - May 09, 2025
Mo, Fr
12:00 pm - 01:59 pm
Social Sciences Building 60
Class #:33674
Units: 3
Instruction Mode:
In-Person Instruction
Offered through
Interdisciplinary Social Science Programs
Current Enrollment
Total Open Seats:
32
Enrolled: 36
Waitlisted: 0
Capacity: 68
Waitlist Max: 10
No Reserved Seats
Hours & Workload
2 to 4 hours of student-instructor coverage of course materials per week, and 7 to 5 hours of outside work hours per week.
Final Exam
WED, MAY 14TH
03:00 pm - 06:00 pm
Tan 180
Course Catalog Description
Selected topics in the study of Cognitive Science.
Class Description
This course offers an interdisciplinary exploration of how decisions are made by individuals and
organizations. We will learn about theories and models from psychology, neuroscience,
economics, and their applications to fields such as medicine, business, public policy, and
technology. You will learn about the cognitive biases, societal factors, and neural mechanisms
which shape our decision making processes, and how computational models can be designed
to explain and inform decision making in different aspects of life. The course will focus on the
concepts underlying computational models and will not cover fitting models to data, but you will
develop your ability to interpret graphs, understand computational models, and assess statistical
results. By connecting theoretical concepts to real-world applications, this course aims to enrich
your understanding of decision-making processes.
Rules & Requirements
Repeat Rules
Reserved Seats
Current Enrollment
No Reserved Seats
Textbooks & Materials
See class syllabus or https://calstudentstore.berkeley.edu/textbooks for the most current information.
Guide to Open, Free, & Affordable Course Materials
Associated Sections
None