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- 1. University of Puerto Rico Mayagüez Campus College of Engineering Departments of Computer Science and Engineering Software Engineering CIIC 5995/ICOM 5995: Human Perspective in Artificial Intelligence Second Semester 2018-2019 Syllabus of the Course Profesor: José L. Meléndez, PhD Office Hours: MW 1:47-2:49PM (excluding holidays) or by appointment Office: S-701 Email: jose.melendez37@upr.edu Introduction This course is an introduction to computing systems, associated functions, and requirements for artificial intelligence systems characterized by cognitive-based architectures and mechanisms. The course includes the study of core elements of the science of human perception, thought, and behavior in the context of sensors, computing systems and software. Objectives Students will develop a technical understanding of the interconnections and interrelationships of computing systems for judgment, decision-making, and artificial intelligence (AI) with how humans think and behave. Students will learn (1) how to use computing systems to better understand human thought, feelings, and behavior, (2) how to apply a modern understanding of how humans think, feel, and behave to define and implement computing system structure, functions and requirements. (3) how to appraise human aspect limitations of current AI methods and identify opportunities for next generation AI systems Administration of the course applying Moodle During the semester we will be using Moodle for the administration of the course. We will be publishing materials for the classes in the format of presentations and videos. In addition, we will be using Moodle to take exams, record grades, administer homework and take attendance. Access the course on Moodle through the following QR code:
- 2. Piazza.com During this semester we will be using the Piazza platform as the main mechanism to communicate between the members of the course. Piazza is a discussion forum in which the questions and discussions of the class are held during the semester so that we can all benefit from the information that is exchanged among the students and the professor. Access the Piazza course platform through the following QR code:: Expectations for the class 1. Be on Time (seated and ready to learn) 2. Be and Stay Present (physically and mentally so you won't miss surprises) 3. Be Respectful (don't do anything that may interfere with someone else's opportunity to learn - like talking during class, or not paying attention). Attendance and Participation in Class This course is face-to-face and during the course the professor will be presenting his presentations. At the discretion of the professor, up to 25% of the classes may be given on line as need. (See Certification 16-43 below for applicable UPRM policy). In cases where a face-to-face class session is to be offered online instead, an announcement will be made in Piazza and/or in a prior class. Attendance to classes, as well as exams (as established by your class program) is mandatory. Attendance will be verified at the beginning of each class using the list of students. Anyone who arrives at the class after having completed that initial verification must sign the sheet located on the instructor’s desk, in which case they will be granted a tardy, instead of an absence. However, every two tardies are counted as an absence. Finally, if you have 7 (seven) or more registered absences during the semester, without a valid reason that can be corroborated, your grade in the course will be F automatically. If you have to leave the room for the duration of the class session, you must then notify your reason (without having to go into details) at the end of the class. Otherwise, the exit will be counted as an absence. At the end of the class you can read the list of those who have signed to corroborate their presence. If you have to absent yourself from a class for serious reasons, you will have to show evidence during office hours so that the absence is not counted. Under no circumstances will it be accepted as a valid excuse that you are absent to any session of our classes or exam for having to take an exam (or any activity of that kind) of any other class at any time that matches those assigned to this course. Note that knowledge of the content and teachings of the class sessions is necessary to perform well on the homeworks and exams.
- 3. Evaluation The evaluation in this course consists of exams, a project and homework assignments to deliver. The final grade obtained by the student will be based on their performance in the different evaluation activities. In each activity the student obtains a final score of 0 to 100. Each of these final scores per activity is used to calculate the final average by applying the weight shown in the following table. Late homework will receive a zero (0). Quantity Percent Exams 2 20% Final Exam 1 25% Projects: Report 1 25% Homework 7 30% TOTAL: 100% Final Curve Your final grade will be calculated based on the final average, applying the following curve: Final Percent Grade [90-100] A [80-90) B [70-80) C [60-70) D [0-60) F Partial Exams In this course two partial exams and a final exam will be offered, portions of the exams may make use of the Moodle system and be available as take home outside of class hours. The scheduled dates for the partial exams are detailed in the following table: Test Date (Subject to change if necessary) Room 1 Monday, February 25, 2019 S-114 2 Monday, April 1, 2019 S-114
- 4. Project: Human Perspective in Artificial Intelligence Project Report Proposal Abstract Due Date: Wednesday, March 20, 2019 Early Due Date: Wednesday, April 24, 2019 Final Due Date: Monday, April 29, 2019 In this course, students will propose a specific topic for their Project Report that must be approved by the Instructor. Each student must submit an abstract of their proposed Project Report by the Project Report Proposal Abstract Due Date. Several topics related to Human Perspective in AI must relate to the developed project. It is important to emphasize that the Project Report must be submitted on time, on or before the date established. Project Reports submitted after the Final Due Date will not be evaluated and will receive a zero. As such students are encouraged to submit their Project Reports well in advance of the Final Due Date. Students who submit their Project Reports on or before the Early Due Date will receive a 100 if their actual grade for the Project Report is 90 or above. Students who submit their Project Reports on or before the Early Due Date and whose actual grade for the Project Report is below 90, will receive 10 additional points. If approved by instructor, project reports may include software demonstrations resulting in reduced written report requirements. Homework Homework is an important component of this course, they are an extension of the class discussion, application of your understanding of the concepts and models you have seen and the ones that you are going to develop. Dates subject to change as needed. Homework Tenative Due Dates #1 Monday, January 28, 2019 #2 Wednesday, February 6, 2019 #3 Wednesday, February 20, 2019 #4 Wednesday, March 6, 2019 #5 Monday, March 18, 2019 #6 Wednesday, March 27, 2019 #7 Wednesday, April 10, 2019
- 5. Textbook The required textbook for this course was written by the Neuroscientist Lisa Feldman Barrett, "How Emotions are Made: The Secret Life of the Brain," explains the classical and modern views of emotion. A copy of the required textbook will be provided to each student during the course. Required Reading will be communicated on Moodle. Note that knowledge of the content and teachings of Required Reading is necessary to perform well on the homeworks and exams.
- 6. Topic Outline and Schedule The course begins by laying the groundwork for understanding of human behavior in parallel with computing systems and peripherals. It is shown that an ideal system for understanding involves our own selves, and building appropriate models for how one thinks, feels, and behaves that are consistent with introspective realities – which we also discuss. We present how sensors and actuators together with microprocessors and software allow computers to assess and interact with the world, contrasting this to human eyes, ears, nose, tongue, and skin together with the nervous system and brain to enable perception and self-awareness. Importantly we discuss interoception – the ability to sense what is going on inside of us and its role in human feelings and construction of emotions, and search for comparable functionality in artificial intelligence systems utilizing known models. With the building blocks in place, we move to discussing self and external influences in arriving at perspective, again discussing and exploring perspective models that may be implemented with AI and other software in appropriate hardware. The course culminates in a discussion regarding applications and challenges of incorporating human perspective in artificial intelligence, and a class project/report that allows students to analyze approaches and/or code applicable software demonstrations. Session Number Topic or Activity 1-2 General discussion about the course: the main objectives, the textbook, evaluation criteria, contents of the course, dates of exams (subject to change), and general idea project. Introduction: Human Aspects of AI and Modeling 2-3 Synthetic Reality and Actual Occurrences 3-6 Sensing and Sensors: Touch, Sound, Sight, and Others 6-8 Digital and Analog Memories 8-13 Perception: Vision, Language, Smelling, Tasting, and Feeling 10 Exam 1: Monday, February 25, 2019 13-15 Emotions and Representations in Computing Systems 16-18 Quantifying Self and Actuation 18-22 External Agent Influences 20 Exam 2: Monday, April 1, 2019 23-25 Perspective Cycle Paradigm – Thinking & Being 26-27 Perspective Toolbox 28-29 Applications and Challenges of Human Perspective AI EXAM Final Exam: Date and Place To Be Announced by Registrar
- 7. Sexual Harassment: Certification 130-2014-2015 states: Sexual harassment in the workplace and in the study environment is an illegal and discriminatory act and is against the best interests of the University of Puerto Rico. All persons who understand they have been subject to acts of sexual harassment at the University of Puerto Rico may file a complaint and request that the institution investigate, where necessary, and assume the corresponding action by the university authorities. If the complainant is a student, he or she must refer his or her complaint to the Office of the Student Ombudsperson or that of the Dean of Students. Hostigamiento Sexual: La certificación 130-2014-2015, indica: El hostigamiento sexual en el empleo y en al ambiente de estudio es una práctica ilegal y discriminatoria, ajena a los mejores intereses de la Universidad de Puerto Rico. Toda persona que entienda ha sido objeto de actuaciones constitutiva de hostigamiento sexual en la Universidad de Puerto Rico podrá quejarse para que se investigue, de ser necesario, y se tome la correspondiente acción por parte de las autoridades universitarias. Si quien reclama fuera estudiante, deberá referir su queja a la Oficina de la Procuradora Estudiantil o al Decanato de Estudiantes. Certification 06-43 of the Academic Senate states, "The academic guidelines for offering online courses," defines: Traditional face-to-face courses are those that have less than 25% of the course's regular contact hours via the Internet. Therefore, a three-credit course will be considered "face to face" if, of the 45 hours of regular contact, 11 or less are taught via the Internet. The following should be included in all syllabi: According to certification 16-43 of the Academic Senate, a course may include up to 25% of its total contact hours via the Internet. The objective of this is so that all professors have this alternative in the case of any unscheduled eventuality. La certificación 06-43 del Senado Académico indica “Las guias académicas para el ofrecimiento de cursos en línea”, define: Cursos presenciales son aquellos que tienen menos de un 25% de las horas contacto regular del curso a través de la Internet. Así, un curso de 3 créditos, será considerado “presencial” si, de las 45 horas de contacto regular, 11 o menos son a través de la Internet. Se debe incluir en los prontuarios lo siguiente: De acuerdo a la certificación 16-43 del senado académico, el curso puede incluir hasta un 25% del total de horas contacto a través de la Internet Law 51: The Comprehensive Educational Services Act for People with disabilities states that after identifying with the instructor and the institution, the student with disabilities will receive reasonable accommodation in their courses and evaluations. For more information contact the Department of Counseling and Psychological services at the Office of the Dean of Students (Office DE 21) or call 787-265-3864 or 787-832-4040 x 3772, 2040 and 3864.
- 8. Ley 51: Ley de Servicios Educativos Integrales para Personas con Impedimentos: Después de identificarse con el profesor y la institución, los estudiantes con impedimento recibirán acomodo razonable en sus cursos y evaluaciones. Para más información comuníquese con el Departamento de Consejería y Servicios Psicológicos en el Decanato de Estudiantes (Oficina DE 21) o a los teléfonos 787-265-3864 ó 787-832-4040 x 3772, 2040 y 3864. University Regulation on Academic Integrity Article 10 of the General Student Regulations of the University of Puerto Rico contains 15 points that are considered "infractions of the essential norms of order and university coexistence and result in disciplinary sanctions." Here is one of the points. The obtaining of grades or academic degrees using false and fraudulent simulations, or posing as another person, or by trick or deception, or copying all or part of the academic work of another student, or copying totally or partially the answers of another student to the questions of an exam, or doing or obtaining that another takes in its name any test or oral or written examination. Violations of these points may entail some of the following sanctions: 1. Admonition 2. Probation for a defined time during which another violation of any rule will result in suspension or separation 3. Suspension from the University for a defined period of time. The violation of the terms of the suspension will entail an increase in the period of suspension or definitive separation of the University. 4. Definitive separation from the University. The student who violates this regulation will obtain F in the class and his case may be brought before the disciplinary board of the Campus. Prontuario subject to change as deemed necessary.