Artificial Intelligence (MSC) PDF

Contents
1 Artificial Intelligence (MSc) 5

1.1 Knowledge Technology and Intelligent Internet Applications 5
1.1.1 Compulsory courses 5
1.1.2 Strongly recommended optional courses 5
1.1.3 Recommended optional courses 5
1.2 Cognitive Science 6
1.3 Computational Intelligence and Selforganisation 6
1.4 Technical Artificial Intelligence 7
1.4.2 Compulsory optional course (Software Engineering) 7
1.4.3 Recommend optional courses 7
1.5 AI and Communication 8
1.5.1 Artificial Intelligence part 8
1.5.2 Communication part 8
2 Exam parts 9
4 Artificial Intelligence (MSc)
The information presented here concerns the structure of the MSc programme in
Artificial Intelligence and detailed course information. More detailed and general
information about the master programme - for instance the master coordinator,
schedules, etcetera - can be found at http://www.few.vu.nl/onderwijs/masters/ai.
1.1 Knowledge Technology and Intelligent Internet Applications

Students must also follow optional courses for a total of 41 cp.
1.1.1 Compulsory courses

Course Course name Cr. Period
code
400113 Behaviour Dynamics 6 1 and 2
400111 Evolutionary Computing 6 1 and 2
400153 Intelligent Web Applications 8 1 and 2
400125 Knowledge Management and Modeling 6 1 and 2
400435 Information Retrieval 6 2
400152 Intelligent Interactive Distributed Systems 8 2 and 3
400290 Qualitative Research Methods for the 3 3
Information Sciences
400285 Master Project Artificial Intelligence 30 4, 5 and 6
400292 Ontology Engineering 3 6
400592 Scientific Writing in English 3 Various dates around the
year, see timetable masters
1.1.2 Strongly recommended optional courses

code
400108 Data Mining Techniques 6 4 and 5
400389 Automated Reasoning in AI 6 5 and 6
1.1.3 Recommended optional courses

code
400010 Bedrijfsmodellering en requirements 7 1
engineering
400440 Multimedia Authoring 6 1
60111030 Management en Organisatie 1.1 3 1
400110 E-Business Innovation 7 1 and 2
400378 Advanced Topics in Software Design 6 1 and 2
400115 Logical Verification 6 1 and 2
400195 Kwaliteitszorg van de 5 1 en 2
informatievoorziening
400029 Inleiding besliskunde 6 1 en 2
400410 Voortgezette logica 4 4
400052 Network Programming 9 4 and 5
400117 Protocol Validation 6 5 and 6
400487 Computernetwerken 6 5 en 6
400067 Project Software Engineering 8 5 en 6
400428 Mini Master Project AI 6 Throughout the year
Artificial Intelligence (MSc) 5

1.2 Cognitive Science

code
400560 Special Topics Cognitive Science 9 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6
815049 Thinking and Deciding (Denken en 6 2
Beslissen)
815096 Behavioral Methods 6 3
815098 Seminar Cognitive Neuroscience 6 4
815067 Master Thesis: Research Project Cognitive 30 4, 5 and 6
Science
815100 Seminar Attention (Seminar Attention) 6 5 and 6
815048 Human Information Processing 6 5 and 6
(Informatieverwerking)
815051 Neural Models of Cognitive Processes 6 2 (in 09/10; not in 08/09)

code
400054 Design of Multi-Agent Systems 6 1
815103 Brain Imaging 6 1
400434 Advanced Selforganisation 6 2
400154 Machine Learning 6 2
815102 Memory and Memory Disorders 6 2 (in 08/09; not in 09/10)
815104 Review Paper 6 3
815097 Advanced Statistics for Experimentation 6 4
815047 Perception 6 5
1.3 Computational Intelligence and Selforganisation


code
400310 Design of Experiments and Analysis of 2 2
Variance
400434 Advanced Selforganisation 6 2

code
400604 Introduction to Game Theory 6
61312020 Business Intelligence 6 1
400436 Computational Genomics and Proteomics 6 1 and 2
400073 Statistical Data Analysis 6 1, 2 and 3
400130 Distributed Systems 6 2
400211 Distributed Algorithms 6 4 and 5
430048 Bioinformatic Data Analysis and Tools 6 4 and 5
150005 Inleiding wijsgerige antropologie 6 5
400292 Ontology Engineering 3 6
470053 Evolutionaire genetica 6 01.06.2009-26.06.2009
470622 Intracellular Networks 6 27.10.2008-21.11.2008
470503 Dynamic Energy Budgets 6 february- october 2009
1.4 Technical Artificial Intelligence

Students must also follow optional courses for a total of 26 cp. Besides these, students
must also choose one course from the compulsory optional courses.

code
400132 Neural Networks 6 1
400130 Distributed Systems 6 2
400154 Machine Learning 6 2
400277 Literature Study 6 Variable
1.4.2 Compulsory optional course (Software Engineering)

one of both
code
400378 Advanced Topics in Software Design 6 1 and 2
400170 Software Architecture 6 2 and 3
1.4.3 Recommend optional courses

code
400435 Information Retrieval 6 2
400410 Voortgezette logica 4 4
400012 C/C++ 2 4
400389 Automated Reasoning in AI 6 5 and 6
Artificial Intelligence (MSc) 7

1.5 AI and Communication
1.5.1 Artificial Intelligence part

This part consists of optional courses and a research project, including a master
thesis. The project and thesis are 21 cp. For the choice of the optional courses (39 cp),
students should consult the master coordinator of the section where they plan to do
their project.

code
400538 Master Project AI for the Communication 21
Variant
1.5.2 Communication part

This part of the programme consists of 60 cp. and is dedicated to Science
Communication. Three courses, one internship or research project and a thesis are
compulsory. The rest of the programme can be filled in with optional courses.
Compulsory courses
An individual Internship of 21 cp. and an individual Thesis of 9 cp. are also
compulsory.
Communication part: compulsory courses
Also compulsory is a individual research project (21 cp) and a individual
thesis (9 cp).
code
470582 Qualitative and Quantitative Research 6 01.09.2008-26.09.2008
Methods
470587 Science and Communication 6 05.01.2009-30.01.2009
Recommended optional courses

Communication part: optional courses
At least 12 cp are required.
code
470087 Gezondheidscommunicatie 6 01.06.2009-26.06.2009
470562 Interactive Communication 3 13.10.2008-24.10.2008
471026 Museologie en buitenschoolse educatie 6 24.11.2008-19.12.2008
471014 Wetenschapsjournalistiek (science 6 27.10.2008-21.11.2008
journalism)
471007 Interpersoonlijke communicatie 3 29.09.2008-10.10.2008
470572 Communication, Organization and 6 29.09.2008-24.10.2008
Management

2 Exam parts
subject Advanced Selforganisation

code 400434
lecturer dr. M.C. Schut
credits 6
period 2
aim To understand, simulate and analyse the behaviour and self-organization of
complex systems. The student is able to explain, implement and recognize
basic principles and properties of such systems.
content This course is about the understanding of the behavior and self-organization
of complex systems: systems in which the interaction of the components is
not simply reducible to the properties of the components. The general
question the we address is: how should systems of very many independent
computational (e.g., robotic or software) agents cooperate in order to process
information and achieve their goals, in a way that is efficient, self-
optimizing, adaptive, and robust in the face of damage or attack? We will
look at natural systems that solve some of the same problems that we want to
solve, e.g., adaptive path minimization by ants, wasp and termite nest
building, army ant raiding, fish schooling and bird flocking, coordinated
cooperation in slime molds, synchronized firefly flashing, evolution by
natural selection, game theory and the evolution of cooperation. The course
includes a practical part in which students implement a simulation of a self-
organizing complex system and conduct structured experimental analysis
with this simulation.
form of tuition Theory in lectures and practice in labs.
literature Schut M.C., Scientific Handbook for Simulation of Collective Intelligence,
2007. Available at http://www.sci-sci.org/.
mode of assessment Report including description of simulation and experimental analysis.
target audience mAI (computational intelligence and self organisation), mBMI, mIS, mCS
remarks More information available on BlackBoard. This is a project-oriented course
and therefore students will be expected to have basic programming skills.
subject Advanced Statistics for Experimentation

code 815097
credits 6
period 4
lecturer dr. N. Smits
aim To acquire knowledge of and insight into multivariate statistics in order to be
able to apply these techniques and read associated literature at a level
relevant for research in cognitive neuropsychology
content Multivariate Statistics: the General Linear Model.
form of tuition Lectures and practicals
literature To be announced
mode of assessment Assignments and final examination
remarks Admission conditions: Statistics and Research methods II (or a similar
course).
Exam parts 9
subject Advanced Topics in Software Design
code 400378
lecturer dr. P. Lago
credits 6
period 1 and 2
aim Learn advanced design techniques applicable to large software systems. Be
able to select among them and apply them for a specific system. Be able to
document and compare the design decisions.
content The lectures explain the most innovative design techniques. Examples are:
service-oriented design, domain design and product line/family engineering,
pattern-oriented design, web design, global software development.
The students work in small groups to discuss the different design techniques
and how to use them for an assigned software system. They have to develop
different representations of the system. Each representation has to emphasize
how a certain design technique has been applied, and the pros and cons it
brings in the developed solution. Each representation constitutes a design
documentation for the software system.
form of tuition Lectures and group work.
literature Material handed out by the lecturer and on Blackboard.
mode of assessment Written reports of the assignment. Teamwork.
entry requirements Basic knowledge on Software Engineering theory and practice.
target audience mCS, 3IMM, mIS, mBMI, mAI
remarks Registration for this course is compulsory in TIS via
https://tisvu.vu.nl/tis/menu, two weeks prior to the start.
Further information on this module will be made available on the Blackboard
system http://bb.vu.nl.
subjectAutomated Reasoning in AI
code400389
docent dr. A.C.M. ten Teije
lecturerprof.dr. F.A.H. van Harmelen
credits6
period5 and 6
aimSince its early days Artificial Intelligence has employed logic as a mean to
provide generic solutions for computationally and conceptually difficult
practical problems.
The aim of the course is to make the students familiar with a number of
popular logic-based representation and reasoning mechanisms for Artificial
Intelligence. Furthermore, students should have the capability to transfer the
learned techniques to other problems and to other representation
mechanisms.
content The course will be structured in three modules. In each of these modules a
practical problem will be introduced, a logic-based representation proposed,
and the basic techniques for automated reasoning in this language studied in
a practical, hands on, way.
In a nutshell, we plan to cover:
• propositional Logic for scheduling, and satisfiability checking with Davis
Putnam;
• Allen's interval logic for Planning, with constraint propagation in
Temporal Constraint Networks;

• description logics for classification, with Tableau calculi for
subsumption.
form of tuition In period 5 there will be lectures and practical sessions, plus significant time
for self-study and practical work. In period 6 there will be regular meetings
to support for the work on a larger project.
literature Selected scientific papers.
mode of assessment 3 practical assignments (2 in period 5, 1 in period 6).
entry requirements Basic knowledge in logic is an advantage, but not required, as is some
familiarity with programming.
target audience Master AI, in particular the specialization "Knowledge Technology and
Intelligent Internet Applications".
remarks For further information see the AR in AI blackboard site.
naam Bedrijfsmodellering en requirements engineering

code 400010
docent dr. J.F.M. Burg
studiepunten 7
periode 1
doel Na dit vak is de student in staat:
• een probleem- en veranderingsanalyse uit te voeren met betrekking tot
een IT vraagstuk in een bedrijfsmatige context;
• op modelmatige wijze in kaart te brengen hoe een informatiesysteem als
oplossing past in bedrijfsstrategie en bedrijfsproces;
• verschillende methodieken toe te passen voor het eliciteren van door de
organisatie te stellen eisen aan een te ontwikkelen informatiesysteem.
inhoud Het vak BedrijfsModellering en Requirements Engineering (BMRE)
behandelt de analyse van bedrijfsvraagstukken, waarbij introductie of
uitbreiding van een informatiesysteem een van de mogelijke oplossingen is.
Dit omvat de activiteiten en methodieken die nodig zijn om:
(1) een probleemanalyse uit te voeren met betrekking tot IT vraagstukken in
een bedrijfsmatige context;
(2) te modelleren hoe een gewenst informatiesysteem past in het
bedrijfsproces en aan te geven welke eventuele veranderingen daarbij
wenselijk zijn;
(3) het ontwikkelen en toetsen van het te stellen pakket van eisen aan een te
bouwen informatiesysteem.
werkwijze Het vak bestaat uit een college met een tentamen en een practicum. Beide
moeten voldoende zijn.
literatuur Syllabus.
toetsing Tentamen plus practicumverslag.
doelgroep 2IMM, 3I, 3BWI
subject Behavioral Methods

code 815096
credits 6
period 3
lecturers dr. M.R. Nieuwenstein; dr. L.J.F.M. van Zoest
aim This course aims to provide students with knowledge of commonly used
methods in cognitive psychology, and their problems. This will include
methods for data collection, data analysis, and theory development.
Exam parts 11
content Examples of methods that will be covered in this course are signal detection
theory, the methods used in cognitive neuropsychology (e.g., double
dissociations), psychophysical experiments (e.g., how to obtain a reliable
estimate of a sensation threshold), and memory research (e.g., the process-
dissociation technique). The course also covers the problems of some
commonly used methods in data-analysis (e.g., null-hypothesis significance
testing, interpretation of p values), and the principles that govern the
development and evaluation of theories (e.g., philosophy of science,
hypothesis testing).
form of tuition Lectures
literature A selection of articles and bookchapters.
mode of assessment open-ended written examination
subject Behaviour Dynamics

code 400113
lecturers dr. T. Bosse; dr. M. Hoogendoorn
credits 6
period 1 and 2
content This course teaches analysis and modelling of the dynamics of behaviour in
Artificial, Biological, Cognitive and Social systems. Behavioural dynamics
occurs in different forms, contexts and complexity. During the course
examples of such behaviour are studied coming from software systems (e.g.,
knowledge- and agent-based systems), cognition (e.g., the use of beliefs,
desires and intentions, complex reasoning tasks) and organisation theory
(e.g., organisational change). The dynamics of behaviour of such systems is
analysed (including verification and validation), modelled and simulated in
this course using different techniques and tools.
form of tuition Combinations of lectures, practical assignments, and presentations.
literature Online reader.
mode of assessment Examination and practical assignments. Both grades should be at least 5.5 to
pass the course.
target audience mAI
subject Bioinformatic Data Analysis and Tools

code 430048
coördinatoren prof.dr. J. Heringa; dr.ir. K.A. Feenstra
lecturers prof.dr. J. Heringa; prof.dr. F.A.H. van Harmelen; dr. T. Kielmann;
dr.ir. K.A. Feenstra
credits 6
period 4 and 5
aim A theoretical and practical bioinformatics course on the fundamentals of
bioinformatics tools and tool creation for biological data mining.
Goals:
• At the end of the course, students will be aware of the issues,
methodology and available bioinformatics tools, so to become a creative
bioinformatics problem solver and tools creator.
• At the end of the course, students will have hands-on experience in
statistical thermodynamics and clustering techniques.
content Theory:
• Microarray and array-CGH data, introduction to statistical

thermodynamics of soft and biological matter, molecular mechanics
simulations and sampling, repeat recognition tools and concepts (e.g.
transitivity), protein domain prediction concepts and tools, pattern
recognition (clustering techniques), machine learning techniques, genetic
algorithm, ontologies, semantic web, parallel computational techniques
and GRID computing
Practical:
• Assignment statistical thermodynamics
• Assignment biological data clustering
form of tuition • 13 Lectures (2 two-hour lectures per week)
• Assignment introductions
• Computer practicals
• Hands-on support
Oral lectures, active participation, on-line assignments, assignment
inductions and consultation (one-to-one teaching)
literature • E-course material (slides, assignment material, papers): http://ibi.vu.nl
• Books: Nelson, P., Biological Physics. Energy, Information, Life. W H
Freeman & Co., July 2003, 600 pages, ISBN: 0716743728.
mode of assessment Assignment results and oral or written exam (depending on number of course
students).
entry requirements A completed course Sequence Analysis and DNA/Protein Structure-Function
Analysis and Prediction is a strong advantage. Some experience in
programming is required.
target audience MSc Bioinformatics, Students with Bachelor degree in Physics, Chemistry,
Mathematics, Computer Science, Biology, Medical Natural Sciences or
Medicine, with a strong interest and some basic knowledge in
Bioinformatics.
remarks The course is taught in English.
subject Brain Imaging

code 815103
credits 6
period 1
lecturer dr. D.J. Heslenfeld
aim To learn how various brain imaging techniques are used in modern neuro-
cognitive research.
content The course will treat physical principles, recording apparatus, and practical
applications of the four major brain imaging techniques: EEG, MEG, MRI,
PET, with an emphasis on EEG and MRI. These techniques will be discussed
in detail and live demonstrated. We will visit the various labs, and students
will perform a small research project of their own. This includes recording,
analyzing and presenting your own brain imaging data in a small supervised
group.
form of tuition Lectures and obligatory practicals.
mode of assessment Written report, oral presentation, contribution to practicals.
entry requirements Cognitive Neuroscience and Neuropsychology.
remarks Language: tuition in English
MRI practicals will take place on Wednesdays in the afternoon/evening
Exam parts 13
subject Business Intelligence
code 61312020
credits 6
contact 18 hours (6 tutorial, 12 lecture)
period 1
co-ordinator dr. J.F.M. Feldberg
lecturers prof.dr. A.E. Eiben; dr. J.F.M. Feldberg
aim The primary aim of this course is to establish an elementary frame of
reference concerning business intelligence. Despite the fact that the course
focus is primarily managerial and not technical, an important objective is to
train students in the successful application of a popular decision support tool
(Cognos Powerplay). By means of 'learning by doing' elementary skills in
the usage of decision support systems are acquired. Students completing this
course successfully, will be able to actively collaborate in sensible thinking
and deciding about the benefits, development, application, and
implementation of business intelligence solutions. The realization of business
objectives and sustainable competitive advantage are keywords in this
context. In addition to this, the frame of reference offers a point of departure
for further self-study to deepen and broaden the knowledge offered.
content Modern organizations, in particular the management of these organizations,
tend to suffer more from an overload of data than from a lack of data. To a
great extent this overload is caused by the overwhelming growth of
information systems in organizations. Enterprise Systems (ERP), Customer
Relationship Systems (CRM) as well as the growing number of Internet-
based applications (e.g. e-commerce) are all important sources for the
explosion of financial, production, marketing and other business data. The
challenge for most organizations is to develop and build systems that support
the transformation of the collected data into knowledge. To be successful in
this transformation processes organizations have to develop the capability to
aggregate, analyze and use data to make informed decisions. This course
deals with the theory concerning business intelligence as well as with the
application of business intelligence solutions. To be able to successfully
implement business intelligence solutions, one has to have knowledge about
their functioning and proficiency in using them, as well as knowledge about
their field of application, e.g., how to select, transform, integrate, condense,
store and analyze relevant data. This course uses the term 'business
intelligence' in a broad sense. A narrow interpretation would only deal with
software solutions ('data warehousing' and 'online analytical processing').
The broad interpretation - to be used in this course - also includes: theories
concerning decision making, related decision support systems and their
application for management, i.e., data warehousing, online analytical
processing and data mining.
literature • Book (to be announced)
• Various papers.
examination format written interim examination
65 percent
practical test
(weekly) business intelligence tutorial tests (35 percent). All tests and exams
will be administered through a digital test environment.
recommended • Basic course in Information Systems, f.e. on the level of Laudon &

background knowledge Laudon, Management Information Systems, Managing the Digital Firm.
9th edition.Prentice Hall, 2004.
• O'Brien, James A., Introduction to Information Systems. 12th edition. Mc
Graw Hill, 2005.
naam C/C++
code 400012
Het vak wordt geven in de eerste 4 weken van periode 4.
docent dr. N. Silvis-Cividjian
studiepunten 2
periode 4
doel Het verwerven van basiskennis in C en C++, nodig voor o.a. het schrijven
van computersimulaties
inhoud Het college is een korte introductie van C/C++ als tweede programmeertaal.
Ervaring met een andere programmeer taal zoals Java is vereist. Een paar
belangrijke programmeeraspecten worden tijdens het college besproken en in
kleine opdrachten wekelijks geoefend. Drie verschillende manieren van
programmeren in C++ worden belicht: procedureel, object georienteerd en
generiek programmeren.
Topics : C/C++ basic data types, arrays, strings, functions, file I/O, pointers,
linked lists, classes, separate compilation, templates, generic algorithms, the
standard template library (STL).
werkwijze 4 hoorcolleges en 4 verplichte programmeeropdrachten.
literatuur Stephen Prata, C++ Primer Plus, SAMS, 2005. Website met nuttige links en
documentatie is beschikbaar via Blackboard
toetsing Op basis van de verplichte programmeeropdrachten.
doelgroep 2BWI, 3Ect
voorkennis Vereist voor deelname: Inleiding programmeren II practicum (400085) of
Inleiding programmeren practicum voor Ect (400200).
subjectCommunication, Organization and Management

code470572
co-ordinator dr. M.B.M. Zweekhorst
lecturersdr. M.B.M. Zweekhorst; prof.dr. C.J. Hamelink; drs J. Maas; others
credits6
period29.09.2008-24.10.2008
aim• To get acquainted with communication theories
• To obtain in-depth understanding on communication from the perspective
of sharing and influencing results
• To acquire knowledge on organizational structures and designs
• To get acquainted with important theories on organizational structures
(e.g. Mintzberg)
• To acquire insight into different management practices in the health and
lifescience sector;
• To obtain insight in motivation methods and conflict management
• To gain insight and to practice leadership
• To improve communication skills
• To practise team management
content Organizations in the health and life science sector are fast changing in part by
newly emerging technologies and increasing societal complexity. A growing
Exam parts 15
number of students with a beta degree become managers/professionals in
these organizations. During this course students learn how to be effective
performers both individually and in teams within organizations. This requires
understanding the macro aspects of organizational behavior, which of
necessity involves managerial skills and ways of strategic thinking. Several
speakers conduct lecturers on different aspects, such as motivation, managing
behavior between people, leadership, communication and developing and
changing of organizations. The speakers will explain theories from literature
and relate the theories to the experiences from practice. In addition, the
students become a project manager of a project team (second year course
`Biomedisch Beleid en (Kennis)management¿ of `Van Gen tot Gewas¿) that
has been given the assignment to write a policy advisory report. While being
a project manager you are trained and coached by experts. With the other
students you discuss your experiences and the coach helps you relate the
experiences to theory.
form of tuition Lectures, self study, training workshops project assignment
literature "Management and organizational behaviour", Wendy Bloisi (European
edition), McGraw-Hill Education, ISBN 0-07-709945-1
mode of assessment Written exam and assessment of the functioning as a team manager. Note
both parts need to be passed
target audience Compulsory course within the Masterprogramme Management, Policy
Analysis and entrepreneurship for the health and life sciences (MPA) and the
Societal differentiation of Health, Life and Natural Sciences Masters
programmes
remarks Attendance to trainingworkshops and project are compulsory.
subject
Computational Genomics and Proteomics
400436
code
prof.dr. J. Heringa
lecturer
6
credits
1 and 2
period
The course provides an insight into methods and algorithms for genomics
aim
and for proteomics data analysis. The course is aimed at students with an
exact sciences background. At the end of the course students will be familiar
with the basic principles of analysing the human genome and high-
throughput proteomics data.
content The course is structured around the following main topics:
Biology: An introduction to molecular biology and genome biology, lectures
explaining principles of biology required for the course. No additional
biological knowledge expected!
Sequences: Sequence comparison, searching large amounts of biological
data, detecting genes and motifs
Genomes: Sequencing and assembling, genome duplication, rearrangements,
evolution, comparative genomics, genome repeats
Proteomics: High-throughput mass spectrometry data, biomarker detection,
computational diagnostics
Protein-protein interaction (PPI): interaction networks, mesoscopic
modeling, docking
form of tuition Lectures and assignments.
literature Course materials and references are available at the Centre for Integrative

Bioinformatics (IBIVU) website: http://www.ibivu.cs.vu.nl/teaching/
mode of assessment Written exam and assignments
entry requirements Writing algorithms in pseudocode; Mathematical skills.
target audience Third and fourth year students of CS, AI, Math, Physics.
remarks The course will only take place if at least 10 students register within the
required notice period. The course is taught in English.
naam Computernetwerken
code 400487
docent dr.ir. H.J. Bos
studiepunten 6
periode 5 en 6
doel Het inzichtelijk maken van de architectuur van computernetwerken.
inhoud De nadruk ligt op het behandelen van de architectuur van
communicatieprotocollen, zowel voor hoog- als
laagniveau-communicatie. Onderwerpen die aan de orde komen zijn: de
fysieke laag, de datalinklaag, de netwerklaag, de transportlaag en de
applicatielaag. Voorbeelden die aan de orde komen zijn onder meer het
Internet, Internet via de kabel, en draadloze netwerken. Aandacht
wordt ook besteed aan beveiligen van netwerken.
werkwijze Hoorcollege.
literatuur Tanenbaum, A.S., Computer Networks 4th edition. Prentice-Hall, 2003.
toetsing Schriftelijk.
doelgroep 2I, 2IMM
voorkennis • Inleiding Computersystemen OF
• Pervasive Computing
opmerkingen Actuele informatie over het vak is te vinden op:
http://www.cs.vu.nl/~steen/courses/cn.html
subject Data Mining Techniques

code 400108
lecturer dr. W.J. Kowalczyk
credits6
period 4 and 5
content The course will provide a survey of basic data mining techniques and their
applications for solving real life problems. After a general introduction to
Data Mining we will discuss some "classical" algorithms like Naive Bayes,
Decision Trees, Association Rules, etc., and some recently discovered
methods like boosting, Support Vector Machines, co-learning. In the second
part of the course a number of most successful applications of data mining
will be discussed: marketing, fraud detection, text and Web mining,
bioinformatics. In addition to lectures there will be an extensive practical
part, where students will experiment with various data mining algorithms and
data sets. The grade for the course will be based on these practical
assignments (i.e., there will be no final examination).
form of tuition Lectures and compulsory practical work.
literature Ian H. Witten, Eibe Frank, Data Mining: Practical Machine Learning Tools
and Techniques with Java Implementations, Morgan Kaufman, 2000.
Additionally, a collection of articles in electronic form.
mode of assessment Computerpracticum.
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entry requirements Vereist voor deelname aan het tentamen: Kansrekening en Statistiek of
Algemene Statistiek. Aanbevolen: Machine Learning.
target audience mBMI, mCS, mAI
subject Design of Experiments and Analysis of Variance

code 400310
lecturer prof.dr. A.W. van der Vaart
credits 2
period 2
aim Learn how to design experiments and analyse the results by ANOVA. Not
only in theory, but also in practice using a statistical package.
content In order to draw sound conclusions from an experiment or survey it is
necessary that the study is well designed. In this course a few well known
designs (completely randomized, randomized block etc.) and the associated
analyses of variance are discussed.
form of tuition Classes.
literature Lecture notes and slides that can be found via
http://www.math.vu.nl/sto/onderwijs/doeanova/
mode of assessment Exercises, final project with oral examination.
entry requirements Descriptive statistics (comparable to third year course "toegepaste statistiek")
target audience mIS, mCS
remarks Homework consists of computer exercises, to be solved using the statistical
package R (http://www.r-project.org/). Classes are in English.
subject Design of Multi-Agent Systems

code 400054
lecturer dr. M. Hoogendoorn
credits 6
period 1
content This course discusses the design techniques of knowledge-based systems that
consist of various intelligent agents and centers around the notion of
compositional architecture. The design method used is DESIRE. A number
of examples of agent models and generic task models are treated. In the
associated practical work in spring, hands on experience is gained in the
design of compositional multi-agent and knowledge systems using DESIRE
tools.
form of tuition Combination of lectures and practical assignments.
literature Reader.
mode of assessment On the basis of the homework assignments, practical assignments and a
written exam.
entry requirements Kennissystemen (400126) and Logische taal en redeneermethoden (400043).
target audience 3AI, 3I, mCS
remarks More information can be found on Blackboard.
subject Distributed Algorithms

code 400211
lecturer prof.dr. W.J. Fokkink
credits 6
period 4 and 5
aim To obtain a good understanding of concurrency concepts and a large range

of distributed algorithms.
content Snapshots, traversal algorithms, termination detection, routing
algorithms, deadlock-free packet switching, leader election, minimal
spanning trees, anonymous networks, fault tolerance, failure detection,
synchronization, mutual exclusion, garbage collection, scheduling.
form of tuition Lectures and exercise classes.
literature • Gerard Tel, Introduction to Distributed Algorithms (2nd edition).
Cambridge University Press, 2000.
• Hagit Attiya and Jennifer Welch, Distributed Computing: Fundamentals,
Simulations and Advanced Topics (chapter 4). McGraw-Hill, 1998.
• Jane Liu, Real-Time Systems. Prentice Hall, 2000.
mode of assessment Written examen (plus a home exercise sheet that can provide up to 0,5 bonus
point).
target audience mCS, mPDCS
subject Distributed Systems

code 400130
lecturer prof.dr.ir. M.R. van Steen
credits 6
period 2
aim After taking this course, the student will have gained insight in the
design and implementation of modern distributed systems, and notably
the trade-offs that need to be considered between making design
decisions.
content We discuss the issues concerning the development of middleware systems
for large-scale computer networks. Principles that are discussed
include architecture, processes, communication, naming,
synchronization, consistency and replication, fault tolerance, and
security. These principles are further explained by means of different
paradigms applied to distributed systems: object-based systems,
distributed file systems (NFS), Web-based systems, and
coordination-based systems (publish/subscribe systems). Explicit
attention is paid to the practical feasibility and scalability of
various solutions. For this reason, experimental (research) systems as
well as commercially available systems are discussed.
form of tuition Lectures.
literature Tanenbaum, A.S., Steen, M. van, Distributed Systems,Principles and
Paradigms 2nd edition. Prentice-Hall, 2007.
mode of assessment Written exam.
entry requirements Computer Networks (Computernetwerken, code 400016).
remarks More information, slides and relevant literature, can be found in Blackboard.
subject Dynamic Energy Budgets

code 470503
co-ordinator prof.dr. S.A.L.M. Kooijman
lecturer prof.dr. S.A.L.M. Kooijman
credits 6
period february- october 2009
content A quantitative theory for processes of energy uptake and use by organisms is
Exam parts 19
discussed. For more information see
http://www.bio.vu.nl/thb/deb/course/deb.
form of tuition Tele-course, form of tuition to be discussed with the course co-ordinator.
literature See http://www.bio.vu.nl/thb/deb/course/deb
mode of assessment Software package DEBtool will be used to exercise the practical application
of the DEB theory.
target audience Master and PhD students in natural sciences & mathematics.
remarks For more information see http://www.bio.vu.nl/thb/deb/course/deb
subject E-Business Innovation

code 400110
lecturers dr.ing. J. Gordijn; drs. E. Schulten
credits 7
period 1 and 2
aim To understand and systematically analyze a business model for an innovative
e-business idea. To develop and present an e-business plan with the goal to
attract venture capital.
content We will introduce a methodology called e3value for understanding and
analyzing business models for networked value constellations. Additionally,
we discuss how to write a business plan for venture capitalists.
form of tuition Combination of lectures, topical workshops and project.
literature Reader.
mode of assessment On the basis of an e-business project, workshops and a written exam.
entry requirements Advance knowledge equivalent to Bedrijfsmodellering en requirements
engineering (400010) and Software Engineering (400071) is recommended.
target audience 3IK, mIS, mCS, mBMI
naam Evolutionaire genetica

code 470053
coördinator dr. J.M. Kooter
docenten dr. H. Schat; dr. J.M. Kooter; dr. D. Roelofs
studiepunten 6
periode 01.06.2009-26.06.2009
doel Verwerven van kennis en inzicht in :
• dynamische karakter van genetisch materiaal en genetische variatie
• oorzaken genetische variatie op nucleotide, gen, en chromosoom-niveau
• genoomevolutie bij pro- en eukaryoten
• vergelijkende genomics
• evolutionaire gevolgen van sex
• ecologische en moleculaire oorzaken van soortvorming
• horizontale DNA overdracht
• gebruik van genomische databanken bij evolutiestudies
• modellen van de moleculaire oorsprong van leven op aarde
• reconstructie van fylogenetische bomen met behulp van het
computerprogramma PAUP
• verschillende vormen van selectie en theoretische onderbouwing
• manieren waarbij genetische variatie wordt gebruikt om oorzaken van
stochastische en deterministische processen af te leiden
• toepassing van wiskundige regels die bestaan voor het gedrag van allelen
van één of twee loci in ideale populaties, en voor genen met een

kwantitatief effect
• de relatie tussen ziekte en evolutie
• moleculaire evolutie van pathogenen (bacterien, virussen, protozoa)
Niveau 2: verdieping
inhoud De cursus behandelt:
• Genetische concepten die de basis vormen voor het begrijpen van de
evolutietheorie, waaronder moleculaire evolutie, ontstaan van nieuwe
genen en functies, genoom organisatie, vergelijkende genomics,
soortvorming, humane genoom evolutie, relatie ontwikkeling en evolutie,
en hypothesen over het ontstaan van `leven',
• Theoretische principes van de populatie genetica, waaronder
verschillende vormen van selectie, quantitatieve genetica, drift, en hun
toepassingen bij het bestuderen van variatie en evolutie in natuurlijke
populaties.
• Fylogenetische reconstructies op basis van DNA sequenties met behulp
van een cladistisch computerprogramma
• Fylogeografie
werkwijze • Hoorcolleges (40 uur)
• Werkcolleges (verplicht, 20 uur)
• Literatuurbespreking (verplicht, 9 uur)
• Computer Practicum (verplicht, 9 uur)
• Zelfstudie
• Ondersteuning via Blackboard
literatuur • Studieboek: 'Evolutionary Analysis', Scott Freeman and Jon C. Herron,
Fourth Edition, 2007, Pearson, Prentice Hall
• Syllabus met Onderzoeks- en Reviewartikelen over onderwerpen die in
het boek niet worden behandeld
toetsing Schriftelijk tentamen (0.8) en een literatuurbespreking (0.2). Beide moeten
voldoende zijn.
doelgroep Keuzevak voor derdejaars bachelorstudenten Biologie en Bio-medische
Wetenschappen.
voorkennis Genetica, Evolutie van de mens of Evolutiebiologie uit het eerste jaar.
opmerkingen De cursus wordt gegeven door de afdelingen Genetica, Ecologie en
Fysiologie van planten, en Dierecologie.
subject Evolutionary Computing

code 400111
lecturer prof.dr. A.E. Eiben
credits 6
period 1 and 2
aim To learn about computational methods based on Darwinian principles of
evolution. To illustrate the usage of such methods as problem solvers and as
simulation, respectively modelling tools.To gain hands-on experience in
performing experiments.
content The course is treating various algorithms based on the Darwinian evolution
theory. Driven by natural selection (survival of the fittest), an evolution
process is being emulated and solutions for a given problem are being "bred".
During this course all "dialects" within evolutionary computing are treated
(genetic algorithms, evolutiestrategieën, evolutionary programming, genetic
programming, and classifier systems). Applications in optimisation,
Exam parts 21
constraint handling and machine learning are discussed. Specific subjects
handled include: various genetic structures (representations), selection
techniques, sexual and asexual genetic operators, (self-)adaptivity. If time
permits, subjects in Artificial Life and Artificial Societies, and Evolutionary
Art will be handled. Hands-on-experience is gained by a compulsory
pogramming assignment.
form of tuition Oral lectures and compulsory pogramming assignment.
literature Eiben, A.E., Smith, J.E., Introduction to Evolutionary Computing. Springer,
2003 ISBN 3-540-40184-9.
Slides available from http://www.cs.vu.nl/~gusz/ecbook/ecbook.html.
mode of assessment Written exam and pogramming assignment (weighted average).
target audience mBMI, 3AI, mAI, mCS, mPDCS
naam Gezondheidscommunicatie
code 470087
coördinator dr. J.E.W. Broerse
docenten dr M. Adriaanse; Gastdocenten; dr. E.W.M.L. de Vet; dr. J.E.W. Broerse
studiepunten 6
periode 01.06.2009-26.06.2009
doel • Inzicht krijgen in de centrale begrippen rond het communiceren van
gezondheidsboodschappen naar de hele samenleving of specifieke
doelgroepen
• In staat zijn een planningsmodel toe te passen op een concreet voorbeeld
en de valkuilen te onderkennen in de planning van
gezondheidscommunicatie.
• In staat zijn het belang van de analyse van gezondheidsproblemen voor
de planning van gezondheidscommunicatie te onderkennen, op te kunnen
stellen en de uitkomsten te interpreteren.
• In staat zijn de gereedschappen van de voorlichter en de daarbij passende
literatuur te beschrijven en toe te passen op een concreet voorbeeld.
• In staat zijn de uitkomsten van een gedrags- en
omgevingsfactorenanalyse van een gezondheidsprobleem te interpreteren
en te verwerken in een plan van aanpak middels
gezondheidscommunicatie.
Niveau 2: Verdieping
inhoud In deze cursus worden de definities, concepten en theorieën rondom
gezondheidscommunicatie en gedrag uiteengezet, alsook een aantal
specifieke vormen van (gezondheids)communicatie (persuasief, informatief
en educatief), doelgroepen en kanalen (media; zoals TV, posters, etc.). Naast
het bieden van een theoretisch kader is deze cursus gericht op de praktische
toepasbaarheid. In het kader van een specifiek gezondheidsprobleem maak je
met twee/drie medestudenten een probleemanalyse, definieer je de
doelgroep, maak je een gedrags- en omgevingsfactorenanalyse en bedenk je
(op basis van de voorgaande analyses) een communicatiestrategie.
werkwijze Hoorcolleges, werkcolleges, (groeps)opdrachten en zelfstudie
literatuur Syllabus en aanvullende literatuur bij de colleges
toetsing • Beoordeling van de opdracht (drie deelopdrachten plus een presentatie):
40 procent van het eindcijfer.
• Schriftelijk tentamen (multiple choice en open vragen): 60 procent van
het eindcijfer.

Voor zowel de opdracht, als het tentamen dient een voldoende behaald te
worden!
doelgroep Keuze voor derdejaars studenten BSc Algemene
Gezondheidswetenschappen, derdejaars studenten BSc Gezondheid en
Leven, en masterstudenten in 1 van de bètaopleidingen in de C-specialisatie
(wetenschapscommunicatie).
De cursus wordt ten zeerste aanbevolen voor bachelorstudenten die de
masterspecialisatie Preventie en gezondheid willen gaan volgen.
opmerkingen Aanwezigheidsplicht: iedere student moet bij de opdracht minimaal eenmaal
presenteren en mag maximaal eenmaal afwezig zijn bij de werkcolleges.
Maximaal 90 deelnemers.
subject Human Information Processing (Informatieverwerking)

code 815048
credits 6
period 5 and 6
lecturer dr. S.A. Los
aim At the end of this course students should be capable of:
• outlining some major theories and controversies in human information
processing, in particular relating to the concepts of processing stages, the
central bottleneck, and executive control;
• specifying major methodological approaches to these controversies;
• deriving experimental predictions from research hypotheses and theories;
• interpreting results from research in terms of theoretical constructs;
• discussing interrelations among different theories in human information
processing.
content One or two research articles are covered during each lecture. The emphasis
will be on (1) distinguishing the research hypotheses and underlying
assumptions; (2) the experimental approach to test the hypotheses and (3)
how the data bear on the different hypotheses.
literature A series of journal articles to be specified at the first lecture.
mode of assessment Open-ended written examination.
remarks Basic knowledge of experimental methods is assumed.
subject Information Retrieval

code 400435
lecturers dr L. Aroyo; dr. K.S. Schlobach; dr. V. Malaise
credits 6
period 2
aim The aim of this course is to introduce the basic concepts of Information
Retrieval, and to give students the knowledge to adopt and apply existing
Information Retrieval tools for practical applications.
content Information Retrieval is the discipline of providing access to information
stored in textual documents within a large collection. In the course, we
introduce the basic concepts of Information Retrieval, including
representation of documents, retrieval models and algorithms for clustering
and classification.
form of tuition 2 hours lecture, and 2 hours practical sessions per week, in a period of 7
weeks, plus a significant time for practical work.
Exam parts 23
mode of assessment 3 practical assignments.
entry requirements Programming skills will be an advantage.
target audience Master AI, in particular the specialization "Knowledge Technology and
Intelligent Internet Applications", and the Master "Information Science".
naam Inleiding besliskunde

code 400029
studiepunten 6
periode 1 en 2
docent prof.dr. H.C. Tijms
doel Kennis en inzicht hebben in het opstellen van OR-modellen en hun
oplossingsmethoden.
inhoud In deze inleiding zal het accent liggen op het opstellen van wiskundige
modellen voor diverse optimaliseringsproblemen. Daarnaast worden de
basisideeën besproken van de wiskundige technieken waarmee deze
modellen worden doorgerekend. In het college is het gebruik van educatieve
software voor het oplossen van de wiskundige optimaliseringsproblemen
geïntegreerd. De volgende onderwerpen komen aan de orde:
• lineaire programmering (modelformuleringen, simplex algoritme,
schaduwprijzen, gevoeligheidsanalyse);
• netwerkanalyse (kortste-pad algoritme, minumum-opspannende boom,
Steiner probleem);
• geheeltallige en combinatorische optimalisering (modelformuleringen, 0-
1 variabelen, branch-en -bound methode, heuristieken);
• sequentiele beslissingsproblemen (dynamische optimalisering);
• vooraadtheorie (de EOQ-formule, Silver-Meal heuristiek).
werkwijze Hoorcollege: 2 uur per week; practicum: 2 uur per week.
literatuur Tijms, H.C., Inleiding in de Operationele Analyse tweede druk. Utrecht:
Epsilon, 2004.
toetsing Via twee deeltentamens aan het einde van periode 1 en periode 2.
doelgroep 1BWI, 1W
naam Inleiding wijsgerige antropologie

code 150005
docent dr. L.D. Derksen (kamer 13A-40, tel. (020) 59 86684, e-mail
ld.derksen@ph.vu.nl)
studiepunten 6
periode 5
doel Dit college is bedoeld als een eerste oriëntatie in wijsgerige theorieën over de
mens en als een introductie tot theoretische benaderingen van de wijsgerige
antropologie.
Op dit college krijg je inzicht in de lichaam-geestproblematiek door teksten
te lezen op het gebied van de hedendaagse philosophy of mind. Je maakt
kennis met de ideeën van vooraanstaande auteurs op dit gebied en met
actuele discussies over dit onderwerp. Ook oefen je vaardigheden, zoals het
geven van een inleiding op een tekst tijdens een college, het opzoeken van
achtergrondinformatie, het formuleren van filosofische vragen, en het
beargumenteren van een eigen standpunt over kwesties die worden
besproken.
inhoud Het boek Theories of Mind is een verzameling van klassieke artikelen op het

gebied van philosophy of mind. Auteurs die aan de orde komen zijn o.a.
Descartes, Ryle, Fodor, Smart, Turing, Churchland, Dennett, Searle en
Nagel.
Het boek begint met een uiteenzetting van het Cartesiaans dualisme en
voorbeelden van kritiek daarop. Vervolgens worden visies op de verhouding
tussen hersenen en geest besproken. Daarnaast is er een uiteenzetting over de
mogelijkheden van artificiële intelligentie. Tot slot wordt de vraag besproken
naar de aard van het bewustzijn en de menselijke identiteit.
literatuur • Maureen Eckert, red., Theories of Mind. An Introductory Reader. New
York, Rowman and Littlefield, 2006.
toetsing schriftelijke tentamen.
subject Intelligent Interactive Distributed Systems

code 400152
lecturers prof.dr. F.M.T. Brazier; dr. T.B. Quillinan
credits 8
period 2 and 3
aim The aim of this course is twofold. The first aim is to acquire knowledge and
insight in conceptual design of knowledge intensive systems in multi-agent
environments.
The second aim is to acquire skills in the following areas:
analysing and modelling complex domains and complex tasks in
general;analysing and modelling multi-agent environments in particular,
analysis of recent relevant literature; writing reports; presenting results.
content In this course the main focus is on analysing, modelling and implementing
realistic, interactive, intelligent, distributed systems. A realistic example
domain involving trading agents is explored in the course and (mostly)
implemented.
form of tuition A combination of lectures, meetings and practical work.
literature To be announced during the course (notably articles).
mode of assessment On the basis of exercises.
entry requirements The courses Distributed Systems (400130) and Business Modelling and
Requirements Engineering (400010) are recommended for Computer Science
students. The courses Design of Multi-agent systems (400054) and
Behavioural Dynamics (400113) aanbevolen are recommended for Artificial
Intelligence students.
target audience mCS, mAI
remarks Attendance of lectures/meetings is obligatory; pre-registration is obligatory
for this course.
At the discretion of the lecturers, a selected number of students can
participate in the international Trading Agent Competition for an
additional 7 credits (code 400450). This competition takes place in the
months following the regular Intelligent Interactive Distributed Systems
course.
subject Intelligent Web Applications

code 400153
lecturer dr. R.M. Siebes
credits 8
period 1 and 2
Exam parts 25
aim How to intelligently utilize huge, rich and shared web resources and
services taking into account heterogeneity of sources, user preferences and
mobility.
content The World-Wide Web today is a huge network of information resources
which was built in order to broadcast information for human users.
Consequently, most of the information on the Web is designed to be suitable
for human consumption: The structuring principles are weak, many different
kinds of information co-exist, and most of the information is represented as
free text. With the increasing size of the web and the availability of new
technologies such as mobile applications or smart devices, there is a strong
need for making the information on the World Wide Web accessible to
computer programs which search, filter, convert, interpret, and summarize
the information for the benefit of the user.
The Semantic Web is a synonym for a World Wide Web whose accessibility
is similar to a deductive database where programs can perform well-defined
operations on well-defined data or even derive new information from
existing data.
This course addresses methods to create and use such a Semantic Web. It
extends and complements the "Web-based Knowledge Representation"
course by.
I. deepening the understanding of the formal foundations of knowledge
representation and reasoning on the web
A) Semantics of web languages
B) Reasoning in Semantic Web LanguagesII. investigating typical
application scenarios concerned with the use of distributed and
heterogeneous information on the web
C) Information Extraction
D) Information Integration
E) Information Access
form of tuition Intensive lectures (in English), 2 times per week in the first 3 weeks. Per
week there is a short assignment about the topic discussed as preparation for
the large assignment where you make your own web application.
literature Set of research papers.
entry requirements Web-based Knowledge representation (required).
Knowledge Based Systems (preferred).
target audience mAI
subject Interactive Communication

code 470562
coördinator drs. J.F.H. Kupper
lecturers drs. J.F.H. Kupper; prof.dr. C.J. Hamelink; drs. B.J. Regeer
credits 3
period 13.10.2008-24.10.2008
aim • To acquire insight into the need for different ways of (professional)
communication
• To understand the dilemmas and constraints, which have been identified
for interactive communication
• To establish and put into practice a framework for analyzing interactive
communication
• To practice skills in interactive communication

content Changes in society have resulted in a growing need for (more) interactive
communication. Within this course we analyze the change from Public
Relations as a one way stream (such as Postbus 51 commercials) to
interactive communication (such as debates, conversations) at three levels.
First of all, we assess the changes which have occurred within the societal
context which reduced the success of the one-way stream. What does the
transformation of the industrial society towards the network society mean for
communication strategies? And, what limitations are faced by interactive
communication at the macro-level (such as lock-in, resilience, institutional
tradition). Secondly, what does this mean for communication instruments?
For example, what is the difference between one-way and two-way
communication? How do you recognize the difference between a genuine
open dialogue and a debate between different points of view? Thirdly, what
are the constraints of interactive communication at the individual level? How
can you recognize these within conversations and debates? Assessment of the
relations and connections between the different levels forms an essential part
of the course. Students will gain insight into the relevant theoretical concepts
underlying the need for interactive communication.
form of tuition Lecturers, self study, workshops, training workshops and individual
assignments.
literature Reader
mode of assessment Assessment is based on individual assignments, a group assignment and
active participation. All assignments need to be passed.
target audience Optional course for Master students Management, Policy Analysis and
Entrepreneurship in health and life sciences (MPA), Science communication
and Societal differentiation of the Health, Life & Natural Sciences.
remarks Attendance of workshops and training workshops is compulsory.
For information: frank.kupper@falw.vu.nl
naam Interpersoonlijke communicatie

code 471007
coördinator drs. I. Pauw
lecturers drs. I. Pauw; D.T.A. Wols
studiepunten 3
aim Development of:
• insight in interaction processes/ how communication takes place in
groups;
• skills for communicating in groups effectively, especially in management
roles.
content This course is concerned with gaining insight in interaction patterns that take
place in a group. Your own contribution to the communication as a member
of a group and your possibilities to fulfill a "leader¿s role" are discussed.
We work with the Interpersonal Teacher¿s Behavior Model, which is used in
the secondary teacher training program but which is also applicable in other
situations. Effects of the `leader¿s` behavior on that of group members are
analyzed. Also, `effective¿ behavior will be trained.
form of tuition Seminars and workshops during which theory will be analysed with the help
of video images and practice through active training; identifying interaction
patterns; training/rehearsing of communication skills.
literature Reader
Exam parts 27
mode of assessment On the basis of an assignment (e.g. via a video fragment), of which the
results will be displayed in the portfolio.
target audience Optional course in the C-differentiations (Science Communication) of most
of the two year master programs of FALW and FEW.
period 29.09.2008-10.10.2008
remarks Course is taught in Dutch. Maximum participants: 20
subject Intracellular Networks

code 470622
co-ordinator dr. K. Krab
lecturers dr. F.J. Bruggeman; prof.dr. H.V. Westerhoff; dr. K. Krab;
prof.dr. J. Heringa; dr. J.L. Snoep
credits 6
period 27.10.2008-21.11.2008
aim To train the students to analyse networks of cellular processes in terms of
systems properties (System Biology). Integration of knowledge about
individual processes and (spatial, temporal and organisational) structure of
networks in biological systems.
content Enzyme kinetics; Metabolic and Hierarchical control Analysis; properties of
metabolic and signalling networks. Analysis of quantitative kinetic models of
such networks ('Silicon cells').
form of tuition Lectures, self-study and computerpractical.
literature Lecture notes (ca. 10 euro)
mode of assessment Written exam and computer assignment.
target audience Masterstudents with a background in Biology, Medical Biology,
Bioinformatics, Physics and Mathematics with an interest in the quantitative
analysis of the behaviour of biological systems.
remarks Taught in English
subject Introduction to Game Theory

code 400604
credits 6
target audience mAI
remarks This course is given at the UvA. For the description, please visit
http://studiegids.uva.nl/web/uva/sgs/nl/c/1994.html
subject Knowledge Management and Modeling

code 400125
lecturers dr. A.C.M. ten Teije; prof.dr. F.A.H. van Harmelen
credits 6
period 1 and 2
content Knowledge management is a relatively new discipline which has as its aim
the efficiency improvement of the production factor "knowledge" and of the
related business processes (knowledge creation, distribution, application and
maintenance). The course "Knowledge Management and Modeling" is
concerned with the organizational aspects of knowledge management, as
well as the question how knowledge can be described with the support of
modern information-modeling techniques. These knowledge models can be
used to develop knowledge based systems. The notion of pattern-based
knowledge modeling is a key issue in the knowledge management process.

Students carry out a knowledge-management project in small project groups
in a problem domain and organization of choice.
form of tuition Lectures, assignments, group project.
literature Schreiber, Akkermans, Anjewierden, de Hoog, Shadbolt, van de Velde,
Wielinga: Knowledge Engineering & Management. The MIT Press,
Cambridge MA, 2000, ISBN 0-262-19300-0.
mode of assessment Assignment, project reports.
target audience mIS, mAI
naamKwaliteitszorg van de informatievoorziening

400195
code
docentB. Derksen (hoofddocent. e-mail: barry.derksen@itti.nl)
studiepunten5
periode1 en 2
inhoudHet vak beoogt:
• de student bewust te maken van een veranderende gebruikersattitude wat
betreft de informatievoorziening;
• de student methodes te leren om structureel de kwaliteit van de
informatievoorziening te onderzoeken en te verbeteren;
• de student bekent te maken met de praktijksituatie.
• de student te voorzien van de huidige best practices op
informatievoorziening
Steeds meer professionele organisaties die zich bezighouden met de
informatievoorziening gaan over tot certificering van hun producten en hun
dienstverleningsproces. De kwaliteitsbeoordeling neemt een steeds
belangrijkere rol in voor de informatievoorziening. Evaluatie, assessment,
kwaliteitsbeheersing, kwaliteitsborging,integrale kwaliteitszorg en
verbetering van organisatie en processen zijn echter nog geen "levende"
termen. Dit college beoogt daarin verandering aan te brengen.
De leerstof wordt behandeld in 10 hoorcolleges waarin de volgende
onderwerpen aan de orde komen:
• kwaliteit en kwaliteitszorg;
• kwaliteitsinspectie, kwaliteitsbeheersing, kwaliteitsborging en integrale
kwaliteitszorg;
• de infrastructuur van de informatievoorziening en de levenscyclus ervan;
• de kwaliteit van de informatievoorziening;
• kwaliteitszorg van de informatievoorziening;
• verbeteren organisatie door kwaliteit van de informatievoorziening.
Het accent van het vak ligt bij het in de praktijk toepassen van de in de
colleges aangeleerde theorie, begrippen, principes en instrumenten.
werkwijze De hoorcolleges worden gegeven aan de hand van verplichte literatuur
bestaand uit het boek: "Modellen die werken, kwaliteit in bedrijf en
informatievoorziening".
De in de hoorcolleges verkregen kennis dient te worden aangescherpt en
aangevuld door het bestuderen van de verplichte literatuur alsmede de
opgaven in de literatuur.
De opdrachtteams
De studenten dienen zich te organiseren in opdrachtteams. Het aantal te
vormen teams en het aantal studenten per team is afhankelijk van het aantal
inschrijvingen voor het vak en wordt tijdens een van de colleges meegedeeld.
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De teams dienen de volgende opdrachten uit te voeren:
• het uitwerken van een aantal cases die tijdens de colleges worden
aangereikt en het presenteren van de uitwerkingen
• het uitvoeren van een opdracht na afloop van de hoorcolleges.
toetsing De mondelinge toets
De kennis van en het inzicht in de tijdens de colleges gepresenteerde en in de
reader weergegeven stof, wordt tijdens een mondelinge toets geverifieerd. De
toetsen vinden plaats op nog nader vast te stellen tijdstippen.
De opdracht
Ten tijde van de colleges dient door ieder team een opdracht te worden
uitgevoerd. Dit kan een opdracht bij een externe organisatie (buiten de
Universiteit) zijn, of een interne opdracht binnen de Universiteit.
De docent maakt de opdrachten tijdens een van de colleges bekend. De teams
dienen uiterlijk tijdens het zesde college aan de docent bekend te maken
welke opdrachten zij kiezen. Hierbij geldt het principe "wie het eerst komt,
het eerst maalt".
Van iedere opdracht dient een verslag te worden gemaakt en een presentatie
te worden verzorgd.
De presentaties worden gegeven tijdens een "terugkomdag". In de mate van
het mogelijke zijn de opdrachtgevers van de externe opdrachten bij de
presentaties aanwezig.
Het verslag dient uiterlijk een werkweek voorafgaand aan de presentatie bij
de docent en, voor externe opdrachten, bij de externe opdrachtgever te zijn
ingeleverd.
Bij vragen, onduidelijkheden, problemen en dergelijke bij de uitvoering van
de opdracht dient de teamleider contact op te nemen met de docent.
Bij de eindpresentatie dient, waar mogelijk, gebruik te worden gemaakt van
de theorie, de termen, de begrippen en de instrumenten uit de hoorcolleges en
de verplichte literatuur. De eindpresentatie dient goed gedocumenteerd en op
zichzelf leesbaar te zijn. De eindpresentatie mag niet langer dan dertig
minuten duren (na verloop van dertig minuten zal de docent de presentatie
afbreken).
De voor het verslag en de presentatie te maken kosten zijn voor rekening van
de studenten.
doelgroep 3IMM, mIS
opmerkingen Diverse gastsprekers uit het bedrijfsleven worden uitgenodigd.
subject Literature Study

code 400277
lecturer various lecturers (Students should consult their mentor to find a topic and a
supervisor.)
credits 6
period Variable
aim Students will learn to:
• conduct autonomously a literature study;
• search and select bibliographic material that is relevant for the chosen
topic;
• give a presentation where they explain the research problem and present
the state of the art.
content The course consists of carrying out a literature study on a topic chosen in

agreement with a supervisor. Students select a topic of their interest that they
particularly like, contact a person involved in the relevant research area and
discuss with him/her the possibility to carry out a literature study under
his/her supervision. Once agreed on the topic the study is carried out in two
phases:
• Students autonomously search, select and study relevant related
bibliographic material (i.e. papers, reports, books etc.)
• Give a written and/or oral presentation of the topic covered for an
audience of computer scientists, for instance by giving a slide show.
The exact form of presentation should be discussed and agreed upon with the
supervisor. A clear indication of the used sources is an essential element of
the presentation.
form of tuition Supervision by a faculty member.
mode of assessment Written and/or oral presentation (in English), exact form to be agreed with
the supervisor.
target audience mCS, mAI-TAI
remarks http://www.few.vu.nl/~kmitrok/literature_study2008.html
subject Logical Verification

code 400115
lecturer dr. F. van Raamsdonk
credits 6
period 1 and 2
aim Introduction to type theory and the proof-assistant Coq.
content A proof-assistant is used to check the correctness of a specification of a
program or the proof of a theorem. The course is concerned with the proof-
assistant Coq which is based on typed lambda calculus. In the practical work,
we learn to use Coq. One of the exercises is concerned with the correctness
proof of the specification of a sorting algorithm, from which a functional
program is extracted. In the course, we focus on the Curry-Howard-De
Bruijn isomphism between proofs on the one hand and lambda-terms (which
can be seen as functional programs) on the other hand. This is the basis of
proof-assistants like Coq. We study various typed lambda calculi and the
corresponding logics.
form of tuition This is a 13-weeks cours with 4 hours class every week:
2 hours theory and 2 hours practical work.
literature Course notes.
mode of assessment A written examination plus exercises. It is imperative to have a
sufficient mark for the exercises.
entry requirements Inleiding logica (400119).
target audience mCS, mAI, mMath
subject Machine Learning

code 400154
lecturer drs. E.W. Haasdijk
credits 6
period 2
aim The course Machine Learning (ML) surveys methods of acquiring and/or
modifying theories from observations.
content Learning is one of the fundamental attributes of intelligence, and ML is
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currently the most active area of research in AI. The main topics covered in
the course are:
• concept learning and the general-to-specific ordering
• decision tree learning;
• artificial neural networks;
• evaluating hypotheses;
• bayesian learning;
• instance-based learning;
• Genetic Algorithms;
• learning sets of rules;
• reinforcement learning.
form of tuition Lectures with final written examination.
literature Tom Mitchell, Machine Learning. Mc Graw Hill, 1997 ISBN 0-07-042807-7.
mode of assessment Written eximination.
target audience 3BWI, 2AI, mCS
remarks Students are required to sign up for this course at Blackboard and via TIS:
https://tis.vu.nl/tis/menu
naam Management en Organisatie 1.1

code 60111030
studiepunten 3
contacturen 18 (6 activerende werkvormen, 12 hoorcollege)
periode 1
coördinator drs. G.P. Melker
docenten drs. G.P. Melker; drs. M.J. Visser
doel • Het ontwikkelen van je theoretische kennis op het gebied van strategisch
management, besluitvorming en maatschappelijk verantwoord
ondernemen;
• Het ontwikkelen van vaardigheden om relevante informatie te
verzamelen en te analyseren met betrekking tot actuele vakrelevante
cases;
• Het ontwikkelen van je schriftelijke rapportagevaardigheden en je
mondelinge presentatievaardigheden
inhoud In dit vak staat het interne en externe functioneren van een bedrijf in de
markt en de maatschappij centraal. De organisatie wordt gezien als een
samenwerkingsverband van belanghebbenden gericht op het realiseren van
specifieke organisatiedoelen (marktpositie, winst, maatschappelijke
verantwoordelijkheid et cetera). Binnen het vak wordt ingegaan op
strategisch management, strategieformulering, besluitvorming en
denkrichtingen binnen het vakgebied van management en organisatie.
Tijdens de activerende werkvormen word je in de gelegenheid gesteld om de
aangereikte theorie toe te passen met behulp van actuele cases. Dit kunnen
recente krantenartikelen zijn of andersoortige voorbeelden uit de praktijk. De
activerende werkvormen hebben dan ook een hoog praktijkgehalte.
werkwijze Hoorcolleges en activerende werkvormen. Tijdens de hoorcolleges worden
de hoofdlijnen van de verplichte literatuur behandeld. Bij de activerende
werkvormen staan de toepassing van de theorie en de voorbereiding op het
tentamen centraal.
literatuur • Keuning, D. & D.J. Eppink, Management & Organisatie. Theorie en
Toepassing. 9e druk. Groningen/Houten: Wolters-Noordhoff, 2008.

•Keuning, D. & D.J. Eppink, Werkboek Management & Organisatie. 9e
druk.Groningen/Houten: Wolters-Noordhoff, 2008.
• Keuning, D., (2008). Management & Organisatie. 33 Cases. 9e
druk.Groningen/Houten: Wolters-Noordhoff, 2008.
• De overige literatuur wordt via de studiewijzer van periode 1.1 bekend
gemaakt.
toetsing schriftelijk tentamen
Multiple choice vragen over de verplichte literatuur en de stof die tijdens de
hoorcolleges is behandeld; kennis- en toepassingsgerichte multiple choice
vragen.
entreevoorwaarden Geen. De inhoud van het vak Management & Organisatie 1.1, 2.1 en 2.5
wijkt sterk af van de inhoud van het vak Management & Organisatie dat op
het vwo wordt gedoceerd. Voorkennis van het vwo-vak Management &
Organisatie is dan ook niet noodzakelijk.
opmerkingen Tijdens de activerende werkvorm zullen de studenten werken aan een
praktijkcase waarmee de studenten reeds een indruk krijgen op welke wijze
de aangereikte leerstof kan worden toepast binnen organisaties. Ook in de
perioden 2.1 en 2.5 zal het vak Management & Organisatie worden verzorgd.
De complexiteit van de cases neemt naarmate de perioden vorderen steeds
verder toe. Uiteindelijk ben je in staat om de verschillende inzichten en
concepten op het gebied van management en organisatie te integreren en om
de aangereikte theorie te vertalen in praktisch toepasbare oplossingen. Bij het
oplossen van cases zal gebruik worden gemaakt van de 'casemethodiek-in-
vijf-stappen'.
subject Master Project AI for the Communication Variant

code 400538
lecturer various lecturers
credits 21
target audience mAI (specialization AI and Communication)
remarks This is the Master Project for the specialization AI and Communication. In
this specialization there are two major projects, one in the Communication
part and the other (this one) in the AI part.
Therefore the number of credit points is only 21 for each project.
subject Master Project Artificial Intelligence

code 400285
credits 30
period 4, 5 and 6
period Variable.
aim The Master programme in Artificial Intelligence is a scientific programme
that aims to provide the student with the knowledge, experience and insights
needed to autonomously carry out his/her professional duties. The
programme is designed to prepare the student for further education as
scientific researcher (Ph.D. studies) as well as to offer a solid basis for a
career in business at an academic level. Moreover, the programme aims at
educating the student as to acquire a practical understanding of the position
of the field of Artificial Intelligence within a broad scientific, philosophic
and social context.
content Each Master AI programme is finished with a master project AI . This can
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be an individual project as well as a group project. Information about
projects (incl. internships) can be found on the Internet pages of the AI
divisions. Internships proposed by the student him/herself need approval in
advance from a member of staff, who will also be involved with supervising
the project.
The size of the graduation projects is as such that with adequate
foreknowledge and complete study, the project can be finished within 6
months.
The student participates in the KIM (Kunstmatige Intelligentie Meeting).
See blackboard KIM.
form of tuition The Master Project has always to be supervised by a staff member, in the
case of an internship in cooperation with a supervisor in the company.
Internships proposed by the student him/herself need approval in advance
from a member of staff, who will cooperate with supervising the project.
mode of assessment The final grade will be based on the quality of the research, the written
thesis, the KIM presentations and the participation in the KIM.
target audience master AI (variants: KTIIA, CISO, TAI, Interdisplinary)
remarks For all rules, assessment criteria, contact persons, and many practical tips for
your master project, see the KIM blackboard page (inclusive the "Manual for
the Master Project AI").
subject
Master Thesis: Research Project Cognitive Science
815067
code
30
credits
4, 5 and 6
period
To learn how to perform research and report about it. Projects involve basic
aim
research, applied research, research concerning modeling, or a combination
of these.
content Students participate in a research project concerning Cognitive Science. The
Thesis can be done at the department of Cognitive Psychology (FPP), the
department of Artificial Intelligence (FEW), an external research
organization (for example TNO), a company, or another (foreign) university.
Before starting, a written research plan should be submitted to the head of the
department of Cognitive Psychology or the head of the department of
Artificial Intelligence. Participation in a research project can only start after
approval of the research plan. The research performed by the student forms
the basis for the Thesis. The Master Thesis should be written in article style.
Students will be supervised by a person from the academic staff of the
department of Cognitive Psychology or the department of Artificial
Intelligence. There will be at least one meeting a week between the student
and the supervisor.
mode of assessment The final grade for the Master Thesis will be based on the quality of both the
research and the written thesis. Grading will be done by the direct supervisor
and the head of the department.
It is required that students present their research in the form of a talk during a
research meeting. Students are also required to attend at least four research
meetings at the department of Cognitive Psychology. It is finally required
that students participate in the KIM meetings according to the rules as
outlined on the web-site of the KIM meetings.

subject Memory and Memory Disorders
code 815102
credits 6
lecturer dr. R.J. Godijn
period 2 (in 08/09; not in 09/10)
aim The course aims to give students an overview of memory at the cognitive and
neurophysiological level, and to give students the background to interpret
memory disorders in patients with brain damage.
content The course focuses on various approaches in the study of human memory
and memory disorders. We will discuss working memory, encoding-retrieval
interactions, interference and forgetting implicit memory, and the brain
substrate of memory. We will also discuss clinical testing of memory, and
memory loss after local brain damage, dementia, and other conditions. We
will review a number of theoretical frameworks such as REM, neural
networks, and ACT-R.
form of tuition 12 two-hour lectures and workshops, two oral presentations and a paper
mode of assessment Exam, presentation, and term paper
subject Mini Master Project AI

code 400428
lecturer dr. M. Hoogendoorn
credits 6
period Throughout the year
aim Gaining deeper insight into a specific topic in AI.
content This course consists of a small project on a specific topic in AI, selected in
agreement with your supervisor. The project may have various forms, such as
a literature study, the design of a piece of software, or exploring a research
question. The results of the project are described in a brief report.
form of tuition Individual project and written report.
mode of assessment The end grade is based on both the project and the written report.
target audience mAI
remarks Depending on the interest of the student, a specific topic is selected and an
individual supervisor is assigned.
subjectMultimedia Authoring
code400440
docent dr. A. Eliens
credits6
period1
aimThe course gives a practical introduction to multimedia authoring, in
particular the development of 3D web applications.
content In the course an extensive introduction to the use of VRML (Virtual Reality
Modeling Language) is given. Topics treated include the construction of 3D
objects, positioning of objects in 3D space, material, light and animation.
Also the use of images, video and sound to augment the users experience will
be treated. Ample attention will be given to the programmatic interface to
VRML, including prototypes and scripting, needed for the development of
interactive applications.
The assignments include a 3D product demo and an infotainment application.
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form of tuition lectures and practicum.
literature Online syllabus.
mode of assessment Practicum assignments.
target audience 2IK-minor MMC, mCS-MM and interested students.
remarks For course information, see www.cs.vu.nl/~eliens/mma
For the course material, see www.cs.vu.nl/~eliens/web3d
subject Museologie en buitenschoolse educatie

code 471026
co-ordinator drs. R.C. van Koten MSc
lecturers drs. R.C. van Koten MSc; guest lecturers
credits 6
period 24.11.2008-19.12.2008
aim • Gain insight in the role of museum exhibits in the field of science
communication
• Apply theoretical notions of science communication and science
education to perform science communication research in museum
settings
• Apply qualitative and quantitative research methods to
design/perform/report on research project in museum settings
• Learning to advise on adjustments of extracurricular (teaching) materials
and museum exhibits
content This course consists of lectures on the role of science museums/centers, zoos
and natural history museums in science communication. You will get
familiar with theories of science communication and informal science
education in museum setting, introducing different educational methods as
well as styles of communication, and different methods of research and
evaluation of exhibitions.
Guest speakers give insight into their profession as science communicators in
museums and science centers, as researchers in the field of museology and as
professionals in developing informal science learning programs. Excursions
are an important part of this course as an introduction to the actual working
field. Through several assignments you are encouraged to combine theory
and practice. The assignments are developed in collaboration with four
institutions for informal (science) learning, such as NEMO, Naturalis and
Artis.
form of tuition Lectures, seminars, excursions, assignments and home-study
literature Reader, provided at start of course
mode of assessment Assignments (40%), presentation (10%), exam (50%)
For all assignment, presentation and exam a pass-grade must be obtained
entry requirements Bachelor in any of the Beta Sciences
of the two year master programs of FALW and FEW
remarks Course is taught in Dutch (with the possible exception of foreign guest
speakers).
For information: reinout.van.koten@falw.vu.nl

subject Network Programming
code 400052
credits 9
period 4 and 5
lecturer dr.ir. G.E.O. Pierre
aim Let the student get familiar with the development of network applications.
content The course discusses a number of programming facilities for the
development of network applications. Attention is paid to designing and
implementing applications with threads, sockets, RMI/RPC, CGI/BIN,
servlets, PHP. In addition, attention is paid to security and modern enabling
technologies like peer-to-peer systems.
form of tuition Lectures combined with lab assignments.
mode of assessment Lab assignments plus an exam.
entry requirements • Introduction to Computersystems (400033);
• knowledge of C
• preferred: Computer Networks, Distributed Systems.
remarks Registration for this course is compulsory via the class Web site,
http://www.cs.vu.nl/~gpierre/courses/np/, two weeks prior to the start.
subject Neural Models of Cognitive Processes

code 815051
credits 6
lecturer dr. M. Meeter
period 2 (in 09/10; not in 08/09)
aim Neural network models have become part of the fabric of cognitive science,
and have been applied in many domains. In this course, we will concentrate
on these applications, and on hands-on experience with the development of
neural network models.
content The course will start with a general introduction, and a tutorial in a
simulation environment. In the second part of the course, students will
present published models, and be required to either extend a model or to do
several exercises in the simulation environment. This work then has to be
described in short papers.
form of tuition 22 hours lectures and discussion, 4 hours computer tutorial, one oral
presentation, 30 hours group work, 10 hours activating work form.
literature Syllabus, and a reader with recent papers.
mode of assessment Grades are based on average of performance on a final exam, the oral
presentation and the term paper.
subject Neural Networks

code 400132
lecturer dr. W.J. Kowalczyk
credits 6
period 1
aim Introduce the student to the most popular neural network models and their
applications.
content The course provides an introduction to the basic neural networks
architectures and learning algorithms. The following main topics are
covered: single layer perceptrons, LMS algorithm, multilayer perceptrons,
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radial-basis function networks, support vector machines, self-organizing
maps, discrete Hopfield model, brainstate- in-a-box model. Moreover, typical
applications of neural networks are discussed.
form of tuition Oral lectures and compulsory programming assignments.
literature To be announced later.
mode of assessment Assignments and written examination.
target audience 3AI, 3I, 3BWI, mCS, mBMI
remarks • Lectures in English.
• Course registration is compulsory and must be done on the first day of
lecture directly with the lecturer.
subject Ontology Engineering

code 400292
lecturer prof.dr. A.T. Schreiber
credits 3
period 6
content Ontologies are nowadays used in computer science a means to share common
concepts between information systems, This course is focused on theory,
methods, and tools for constructing and/or extending ontologies for this
purpose. Teaching subjects typically center around engineering principles,
e.g. for subtype hierarchies (backbone identification, viewpoints, dimensions,
constraint specification), part-of structures (types of part-of relations,
representation of part-of relations), and default knowledge. Also, the
mapping and/or integration of different ontologies is discussed. The course
contains examples of how ontologies are used in practice. The assignments
focus on real-life examples of ontologies currently in use in web
applications.
form of tuition Lectures, assignments.
literature Reader.
mode of assessment Assignments, self evaluation.
entry requirements Web-gebaseerde kennisrepresentatie (400083).
target audience mIS
subject Perception
code 815047
credits 6
period 5
lecturer dr. C.N.L. Olivers
content Introduction to the fundamental principles of perception. Physiological,
psychophysical and cognitive approaches to visual, auditory and tactile
perception are treated. Is perception purely a registration of the outside
world? Which processes and representations underlie conscious and
unconscious perception? What methods can we use to find out?
form of tuition Lectures, literature study
literature Goldstein, E.B. (2006) Sensation and Perception. 7th Edition. London:
Wadsworth. As well as a selection of articles (to be announced in class).
mode of assessment Written exam and in-class assignments.
entry requirements No specific requirements

naam Project Software Engineering
code 400067
docent dr. P. Lago
studiepunten 8
periode 5 en 6
inhoud Het doel van het SE project is de theorie opgedaan in het SE college toe te
passen in een zo'n realistisch mogelijke praktijksituatie. Het project bestaat
uit het construeren van een groot programma in teamverband volgens de
RAD (Rapid Application Development) methode. Zoveel mogelijk aspecten
van projectmatig werken en software engineering zullen hierbij aan de orde
komen, waaronder het opstellen van een projectplan, requirements
engineering, design, implementatie en testen, maar ook het samenwerken in
een team.
werkwijze Het uitvoeren van een project in teamverband (4 à 5 personen) met 'progress
report' presentaties van ongeveer 15 minuten.
literatuur Vliet, H. van, Software Engineering, Principles and Practice, John Wiley.
Third edition (2008).
Martin Fowler, UML Distilled 3rd edition. Addison Wesley, 2003.
toetsing Een team wordt beoordeeld op samenwerking (10%), kwaliteit van de
documentatie (25%), kwaliteit van de opgeleverde producten (25%), de
consistentie van de documentatie en het eindproduct (10%),
projectpresentatie (10%) en een individuele evaluatie (20%).
doelgroep 2I, 2IMM, 2BWI, 3AI, 3IMM-BI, 3IMM-MMC
voorkennis Vereiste voorkennis: Software engineering (400071)
opmerkingen Inschrijven voor dit vak is verplicht via Blackboard en via TIS
https://tisvu.vu.nl/tis/menu tot 2 weken voor aanvang.
Voor meer informatie zie Blackboard: http://bb.vu.nl.
subject Protocol Validation

code 400117
lecturer prof.dr. W.J. Fokkink
credits 6
period 5 and 6
aim Learning to use formal techniques for specification and validation of
communication protocols.
content This course is concerned with specification and validation of protocols, using
formal methods. The course is based on a specification language based on
process algebra combined with abstract data types, called mCRL. This
language and its toolset can be used for specification of parallel,
communicating processes with data. Model checking is a method for
expressing properties of concurrent finite-state systems, which can be
checked automatically. Interesting properties of a specification are:
"something bad will never happen" (safety), and "something good will
eventually happen" (liveness). In the lab we will teach the use of a tool for
automated verification of the required properties of a specification.
form of tuition Lectures with practical work. During the labs the mCRL-tool and a model
checker will be used for validation of protocols discussed during lectures.
literature Wan Fokkink, Modelling Distributed Systems, Springer 2007.
mode of assessment Written exam, together with a homework assignment. The overall mark of
the course is (H+2W)/3, where H is the mark for the homework assignment,
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and W is the mark for the written exam.
recommended Datastructuren
background knowledge
remarks Once every other year, not in spring 2009.
naam Qualitative and Quantitative Research Methods

code 470582
coördinator drs. F. Kupper
lecturers drs. R.C. van Koten MSc; drs. F. Kupper; M.G.B.C. Bertens; guest lecturers
studiepunten 6
aim • Understanding the difference between beta- and gamma research
• Hypothesis development on how to bring scientific knowledge to the
public (understand science so to help society) and how to bring insights
of the public back to science (understand society to help direct scientific
questions)
• To acquire further insights into various quantitative and qualitative
research methods of data collection and analysis, such as interviews
(structured, semi-structured and open), focus groups, surveys
(postal/internet), structured questionnaires, participative research and
experimental design
• Know how to interpret quantitative and qualitative findings
• Familiarity with univariate and multivariate analysis techniques as well
as data mining and neural net analysis
• To make an adequate research design for the investigation of a specific
societal or communication problem with regard to science and a specific
science problem with regard to communication and society
content Contemporary societies increasingly face complex social problems related to
science and technology, like climate change, HIV/ AIDS or the introduction
of nanotechnology. Those complex social problems, for example the loss of
biodiversity or the containment of infectious diseases, manifest themselves at
different levels of society. By definition, they involve a variety of social
actors: policy-makers, professionals, NGOs, industry, science and of course
the public at large. Addressing these complex issues therefore demand for an
interdisciplinary approach. This course offers an advanced introduction to
various quantitative and qualitative research methods used in
interdisciplinary research. You will acquire knowledge and skills to operate
at the interface of your natural science discipline and society, thereby making
a contribution to answering the complex social problems in these areas. You
will acquire further insight and understanding of different quantitative
methods, including surveys and structured questionnaires and qualitative
research methods, including interviews (open semi-structured) and
participatory methods such as focus group discussions. In addition, you
deepen your knowledge on the design of interdisciplinary research to collect,
analyse, and integrate information of a variety of actors that are involved in a
societal dilemma.
In the fourth week of this course you will apply the theoretical knowledge
gained in the previous three weeks by designing your own study, which
should include a selection of research methods.
form of tuition Lectures, training workshops, self study

literature Reader or Book (Details will be announced on blackboard)
mode of assessment Based on a written exam, an individual assignment and active participation.
All assignments need to be passed.
target audience Compulsory course in the Masterprogramme Management, Policy Analysis
and entrepreneurship for the health and life sciences (MPA) and compulsory
course within the Science communication- and Societal differentiations of
Health, Life and Natural Sciences Masters programmes.
period 01.09.2008-26.09.2008
remarks Attendance of training workshops is compulsory.
For further information please contact frank.kupper@falw.vu.nl
subject Qualitative Research Methods for the Information Sciences

code 400290
lecturer prof.dr. J.M. Akkermans
credits 3
period 3
aim This course helps prepare students who want to embark on their (Master)
research.
content The course provides an overview and assessment of different scientific
research methods, needed in a multi-disciplinary approach to Information
Systems and how they function in an organizational context. Topics are:
• developing the research questions you want to answer;
• make a research design and planning your research;
• research methods relevant for IS (e.g. interview, case study, action
research, ethnography, survey, modelling, simulation, prototyping);
• aspects of theory formation and validation; triangulation
• how do you (and others) know that your research results are valid?;
• research report writing.
form of tuition Workshop-like. In two consecutive (full) days we will not just discuss
textbook material, but do several hands-on exercises and assignments in
class. Furthermore, a critical review of existing IS Master theses has to be
written.
literature • Reader with recent articles
• Pervez Ghauri and Kjell Gronhaug, Research Methods in Business
Studies 3rd ed. Prentice Hall, Essex, UK, 2005.
mode of assessment Written review essay, active workshop participation, and written
examination.
entry requirements Bachelor-level IMM, I or AI
target audience mIS, mCS, mAI
remarks A useful reference point is the protocol that specifies the procedures and
criteria for Master research in IS (see study guide).
subject Review Paper

code 815104
credits 6
period 3
aim To familiarize students with the literature concerning the topic of research of
their Master Thesis Cognitive Neuropsychology. In addition, it is aimed that
students learn to write a review paper under close supervision.
content Depends on the topic of research during the Master Thesis
Exam parts 41
form of tuition Students will be individually monitored and instructed by their supervisor in
writing a literature review.
literature Depends on the topic of research during the Master Thesis
mode of assessment Paper
naam Science and Communication

code 470587
co-ordinator prof.dr. C.J. Hamelink
lecturers prof.dr. C.J. Hamelink; dr. J.E.W. Broerse; dr. K.T. Rebel; dr. I.R. Hellsten;
drs. B.J. Regeer; guest lecturers
studiepunten 6
aim • To put practical knowledge of science communication (e.g. journalism,
museology) in the theoretical context of science communication research;
• To gain theoretical insight in the dynamic relationship between science
and society;
• To deepen knowledge of different models for science communication;
• To acquire in-depth knowledge about how to assess the effectiveness of
interactive policy processes; and
• To learn about the most recent developments in science communication
and in communication sciences in general.
content In the context of the changing dynamics within and between science and
society, it becomes increasingly important to understand the types of
communication processes at the core of several interfaces; communication
between scientists from different disciplines, between different sciences and
their stakeholders, and between science and the public. This module starts
with a reflection on science and knowledge from different perspectives:
Questions that will be addressed include: What is science? What does it
mean to develop scientific knowledge? and How does the development of
that knowledge relate to other social and cultural processes? With this
reflection in mind, the course will cover the current state-of-the-art in science
communication research (e.g. models of science communication) and in
communication science in general, which will be applied to real-life
examples from science journalism, new media and museum exhibitions. In
addition, top scientists from different scientific disciplines will give lectures
about their views on and experiences with science communication.
form of tuition Lectures and seminars on theory and practice of science communication.
literature Book "The Golem: What you should know about science" and articles posted
on blackboard.
mode of assessment Assessment based on an individual essay assignment and group assignment.
Both assignments need to be passed.
target audience Compulsory course for Master students in the C-specialisation (Science
Communication) of the Masters Biomedical Sciences, Biology and any of the
natural sciences
Optional course for Master students Management, Policy Analysis and
Entrepreneurship in health and life sciences (MPA), M-specialisation of the
Masters Biomedical Sciences, Biology, and any of the natural sciences
period 05.01.2009-30.01.2009
remarks Students in health, life and natural sciences who are not enrolled in the C-
specialisation have preferably taken one or more courses in (practical aspects
of) science communication.

For information and application: karin.rebel@falw.vu.nl
naam Scientific Writing in English

code 400592
docent drs J.K.A. Meijer
studiepunten 3
aim The aim of this course is to provide the writing student with the essential
linguistic means for producing English academic texts which are effective,
idiomatically and stylistically appropriate and grammatically correct.
content The initial focus in the course lies on the form of scientific texts in the Exact
science. You will be making considerable use of peer assessment: examining
fellow students' written work and giving them feedback. This method
provides useful insights into how a text might be improved. The process of
providing someone else with feedback on their text is something that you
will find very instructive.
form of tuition The course is focussed on self-tuition. The plenary sessions concentrate on
the process of writing and the product of writing. Homework is part of the
course. With each topic, participants work through a phased series of
exercises that usually conclude with the requirement to write a short piece of
text. The instructor will append extensive written remarks to this text.
literature The reader `Writing a Scientific Article' can be obtained at the Taalcentrum-
VU in the Metropolitan (4th floor) . The costs are 15 euro.
mode of assessment There will be no examination. However, students will receive their credits
only when they have participated in the classes and also when they have
handed in all of the assignments. Students will receive a 'pass' when they
have finished the course.
entry requirements Bachelor Exact Sciences
target audience mAI, mBMI, mCh, mDDS, mMath, mMNS, mPhys
period Various dates around the year, see timetable masters
remarks Taught in English
subjectSeminar Attention (Seminar Attention)

code815100
credits6
period5 and 6
lecturerprof.dr. J.L. Theeuwes
aimTo learn how to interpret and analyze theories and findings on attention and
eye-movements. Learn how to set up experiments.
content The format of the seminar will be a discussion of one or two target articles,
and student presentations, each week. Target articles for each week will be
"classic" articles representing early and/or important studies on a specific
topic or recent new papers in attention and eye movements. For the
presentations, each student has to present the main findings of the target
article for that week and is required to find a recent paper on the topic
covered by the target article. Students have to prepare a 20 minute oral
presentation in Microsoft Powerpoint. The rest of the class will be spent
discussing the target articles and their relationship to the presented papers.
Each student will give two presentations. The presentation will determine
50% of the course grade for each student. The target papers will be available
on the course website and accessible via blackboard.
Exam parts 43
One week after the last class, each student will submit a final paper (up to 20
pages, 12 pt. font, double spaced) on one of the topics covered in class. The
paper will consist of a brief review of (at least) 6 research papers (including
those already covered on that topic in class) and a proposal for a new
experiment. The paper will be worth 50%.
form of tuition Lectures and practical assignments
literature Articles
mode of assessment Student presentation and writing a paper. Students are required to be present
during all meetings. Penalty for being absent is 5% each time a student is
absent.
remarks The course Attention (Dr. W. van Zoest; BA3) is required to enroll.
subject Seminar Cognitive Neuroscience

code 815098
credits 6
period 4
lecturers dr. D.J. Heslenfeld; dr. C.N.L. Olivers
aim To extend students' knowledge in the field of cognitive and
clinical neuroscience.
content Over the last two decennia, scientific research in the field of cognitive
neuroscience has led to fundamental new insights in the relation between
brain function and behavior. Research is ongoing, and in many cases, the
latest insights have not yet traversed their ways down into the regular
textbooks. This seminar offers students the possibility to discuss state of the
art research. The latest insights into topics such as working memory,
multisensory perception, and the mirror neuron system will be covered. The
seminar will also cover important questions regarding legal and ethical
aspects of cognitive and clinical neuroscience research.
form of tuition Lectures, literature study, oral presentations and discussions.
literature Research papers; to be announced.
mode of assessment Oral presentation, contribution to discussion, and a review paper.
entry requirements Cognitive Neuroscience and Neuropsychology
subject Software Architecture

code 400170
lecturer prof.dr. J.C. van Vliet
credits 6
period 2 and 3
aim Get acquainted with the field of software and information architecture.
Understand the drivers behind architectural decisions. Be able to develop and
reason about an architecture of a non-trivial system.
content Students work in groups to develop an architecture for a fictitious system.
They have to develop different representations (called views) of the
architecture. These different representations emphasize different concerns of
people that have a stake in the system. Each group will also be asked to
assess ("test") the architecture of another group for certain quality attributes.
form of tuition Group work with a number of assignments
literature Len Bass et al, Software Architecture in Practice second edition. Addison-
Wesley, 2003.
mode of assessment Written reports of the assignments, presentation, exam.

entry requirements Software Engineering.
target audience mCS, mIS
remarks Students are required to sign up for this course at Blackboard and via TIS
(https://tisvu.v.unl/tis/menu) at least 2 weeks before the course starts.
For details, see the Blackboard system http://bb.vu.nl.
subject Special Topics Cognitive Science

code 400560
docent dr. T. Bosse
credits 9
period 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6
content The aim of this course is to eliminate specific deficiencies in the areas of
Artificial Intelligence and Cognitive Psychology. Each student will take part
in an individually developed course consisting of a range of topics covering
the basics of Artificial Intelligence, Cognitive Psychology, or both,
depending on the specific deficiencies present.
In order to determine the individual content of the course program, students
are required to make an appointment with the course coordinator. The
individually tailored course program will contain (a subset of) the following
elements: principles of programming, propositional and predicate logic,
knowledge-based systems, multi-agent systems, cognitive neuroscience and
neuropsychology, and principles of (experimental) research design. Although
most of these elements address basic principles of Artificial Intelligence or
Cognitive Psychology, the pace and the difficulty of the program will be at
Master level.
form of tuition Lectures, self study, practical work
literature Dependent on individual
mode of assessment Individual assignments
target audience mAI (specialization Cognitive Science)
subject Statistical Data Analysis

code 400073
lecturer prof.dr. M.C.M. de Gunst
credits 6
period 1, 2 and 3
aim The course introduces the students to several widely used statistical models
and methods, and the students are taught how to apply these tools to real data
while using the statistical software package R.
content The following subjects are covered:
• introduction to the statistical package R;
• summarizing data;
• investigating the distribution of data;
• Q-Q plots;
• robust methods;
• non-parametric methods;
• bootstrap;
• two-sample problems;
• contingency tables;
• regression analysis.
form of tuition Lectures, exercises with computer, discussion of exercises.
Exam parts 45
literature Lecture notes and R manual.
mode of assessment Via weekly homework assignments and extended final assignment.
entry requirements Algemene Statistiek (400004) or Algemene Statistiek voor BWI (400218)
target audience 3W, mMath, 3BWI
remarks Please note: Admission is limited; enrollment via TIS,
https://tis.vu.nl/tis/menu , is compulsory.
The statistical package R can be downloaded for free from:
http://www.r-project.org/.
subject Thinking and Deciding (Denken en Beslissen)

code 815049
credits 6
period 2
lecturer dr. M.R. Nieuwenstein
aim Explaining and providing understanding of theories, research methods and
practical aspects about human judgment, rational thinking, dilemmas, choices
and planning.
content What is "rational" thinking? What keeps us from it? How can we improve
our thinking and decision processes? How do we reason and choose in
uncertain (risk) situations? What is the influence of (moral) beliefs and
emotions?
literature Baron, J. (2000) Thinking and Deciding (3rd ed.). New York: Cambridge
University Press.
mode of assessment Written exam
naam Voortgezette logica

code 400410
docent dr. R.D.A. Hendriks
studiepunten 4
periode 4
doel De modale logica werd al kort geintroduceerd in het vak Inleiding Logica.
Doel van dit college is de verdere verdieping van inzicht en vaardigheden in
de modale logica, met het oog op toepassingen in Informatica en
Kunstmatige Intelligentie.
inhoud De modale logica bestaat in verschillende gedaantes, bijvoorbeeld
tijdslogica, kennislogica, dynamische logica, deontische logica, en al deze
vormen hebben hun eigen specifieke toepassingen. Maar het theoretisch
kader is steeds hetzelfde: Kripke-modellen met mogelijke werelden en
toegankelijksheidsrelaties. Bij een specifieke vorm van modale logica,
bijvoorbeeld kennislogica, horen dan wel specifieke eigenschappen van de
toegankelijkheidsrelaties. Een belangrijk technisch hulpmiddel bij de
bestudering van een modale logica is bisimulatie tussen Kripke-modellen. In
de dynamische logica slaan de modaliteiten op het gedrag van programma's
in een programmeertaal voor het samenstellen van atomaire acties.
werkwijze 2 uur per week hoorcollege en 2 uur per week werkcollege.
literatuur Collegedictaat.
toetsing Schriftelijk tentamen (plus facultatief twee collecties inleveropgaven
waarmee 0,5 bonus punt kan worden verdiend).
doelgroep 3I, 3AI, mAI, mCS (ook geschikt als keuzevak Wiskunde)

voorkennis Inleiding Logica (400119)
subject Wetenschapsjournalistiek (science journalism)

code 471014
co-ordinator dr. K.T. Rebel
lecturers dr. K.T. Rebel; drs L. Bonaparte; dr. H. van Maanen
credits 6
period 27.10.2008-21.11.2008
aim • Gaining insight in popularization of the beta sciences in print and digital
media;
• Learning how to write popular science articles for newspapers,
magazines and websites;
• Learning how to write specific genres like interviews, book reviews and
opinion articles.
content This course consists of lectures about practical and theoretical aspects of
science journalism. Topics are the role of science journalism in constructing
relations between science and society, images of science in the press, ethical
aspects of science journalism and communication barriers between scientists
and journalists. Guest speakers give insight into their profession as science
journalists, working for news-papers, magazines, internet or broadcasting
media. Moreover, you receive training in all aspects of writing popular
science articles, such as data collection (interviewing), writing techniques,
target groups and genres.
form of tuition Lectures and seminars on theory and practice of science journalism and
writing skill training. Considerable time is set aside for writing popular
science articles. The assignments are assessed by lecturers and fellow
students.
literature Donkers, H. & Willems, J. (2002). Journalistiek schrijven. Bussum:
Coutinho (2nd edition).
mode of assessment Assessment is based on the last assignment (possibly adjusted on the basis of
the other assignments): a popular scientific article for a newspaper or
magazine.
of the two year master programs of FALW and FEW
remarks Course is taught in Dutch.
For more information: karin.rebel@falw.vu.nl
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1 Artificial Intelligence (MSc) 5

1.1 Knowledge Technology and Intelligent Internet Applications

1.1.1 Compulsory courses

1.1.2 Strongly recommended optional courses

1.1.3 Recommended optional courses

Course Course name Cr. Period

Artificial Intelligence (MSc) 5

1.2.1 Compulsory courses

1.2.2 Recommended optional courses

1.3 Computational Intelligence and Selforganisation

1.3.1 Compulsory courses

6 Artificial Intelligence (MSc)

1.4 Technical Artificial Intelligence

1.4.1 Compulsory courses

1.4.2 Compulsory optional course (Software Engineering)

1.4.3 Recommend optional courses

Artificial Intelligence (MSc) 7

1.5.1 Artificial Intelligence part

Course Course name Cr. Period

1.5.2 Communication part

Recommended optional courses

8 Artificial Intelligence (MSc)

subject Advanced Selforganisation

subject Advanced Statistics for Experimentation

10 Artificial Intelligence (MSc)

naam Bedrijfsmodellering en requirements engineering

subject Behavioral Methods

subject Behaviour Dynamics

subject Bioinformatic Data Analysis and Tools

12 Artificial Intelligence (MSc)

subject Brain Imaging

14 Artificial Intelligence (MSc)

subjectCommunication, Organization and Management

16 Artificial Intelligence (MSc)

subject Data Mining Techniques

subject Design of Experiments and Analysis of Variance

subject Design of Multi-Agent Systems

subject Distributed Algorithms

18 Artificial Intelligence (MSc)

subject Distributed Systems

subject Dynamic Energy Budgets

subject E-Business Innovation

naam Evolutionaire genetica

20 Artificial Intelligence (MSc)

subject Evolutionary Computing

22 Artificial Intelligence (MSc)

subject Human Information Processing (Informatieverwerking)

subject Information Retrieval

naam Inleiding besliskunde

naam Inleiding wijsgerige antropologie

24 Artificial Intelligence (MSc)

subject Intelligent Interactive Distributed Systems

subject Intelligent Web Applications

subject Interactive Communication

26 Artificial Intelligence (MSc)

naam Interpersoonlijke communicatie

subject Intracellular Networks

subject Introduction to Game Theory

subject Knowledge Management and Modeling

28 Artificial Intelligence (MSc)

naamKwaliteitszorg van de informatievoorziening

subject Literature Study