Module Details |
The information contained in this module specification was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change, either during the session because of unforeseen circumstances, or following review of the module at the end of the session. Queries about the module should be directed to the member of staff with responsibility for the module. |
Title | Multi-Agent Systems | ||
Code | COMP310 | ||
Coordinator |
Dr T Carroll Computer Science Thomas.Carroll2@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2020-21 | Level 6 FHEQ | Second Semester | 15 |
Aims |
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To introduce the student to the concept of an agent and multi-agent systems, and the main applications for which they are appropriate. To introduce the main issues surrounding the design of intelligent agents. To introduce the main issues surrounding the design of a multi-agent society. To introduce a contemporary platform for implementing agents and multi-agent systems. |
Learning Outcomes |
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(LO1) Understand the notion of an agent, how agents are distinct from other software paradigms (eg objects) and understand the characteristics of applications that lend themselves to an agent-oriented solution; Understand the key issues associated with constructing agents capable of intelligent autonomous action, and the main approaches taken to developing such agents; Understand the key issues in designing societies of agents that can effectively cooperate in order to solve problems, including an understanding of the key types of multi-agent interactions possible in such systems Understand the main application areas of agent-based solutions, and be able to develop a meaningful agent-based system using a contemporary agent development platform. |
Syllabus |
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Introduction (1 week) Intelligent Agents (3 weeks) Multi-Agent Systems (5 weeks) Advanced topics (2 weeks) |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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Teaching Method 1 - Lecture Due to Covid-19, in 2020/21, one or more of the following delivery methods will be implemented based on the current local conditions. (b) Fully online delivery and assessment (c) Standard on-campus delivery with minimal social distancing |
Teaching Schedule |
Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
Study Hours |
30 |
30 | |||||
Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 120 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 150 |
Assessment |
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EXAM | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
(310) Exam Assessment Schedule (When) :2 | 2.5 hours | 70 | ||||
CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
(310.2) Assessment 2 | 15 | |||||
(310.1) Assessment 1 | 15 |
Recommended Texts |
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Reading lists are managed at readinglists.liverpool.ac.uk. Click here to access the reading lists for this module. |