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It’s Complicated

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ClassGraphic We start learning about our world with simple models that are easy to express and understand. When those narratives cease to accommodate numerous exceptions, we move to more complicated models that consider the interaction of components that exhibit a higher level of activity.

A complexity scientist strives to improve the general understanding of how systemic structures emerge from the interactions and dynamics of their constituent parts. We will investigate how some seemingly simple parts combine to display complex behavior. One example is how ants form a “bridge” with their bodies to cross a stream. Another is how complex interactions among individuals determine the price of gasoline. Finally consider the coordination of neurons required to decide whether to register for this class.

 
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Class Details

4 Session(s)
Weekly - Thu

Location
OLLI

Instructor
Richard Courtney 

Tuition: 

$45.00

Registration Closes On
Wednesday, February 5, 2025 @ 12:00 AM

Schedule Information

Date(s) Class Days Times Location Instructor(s) Instructional Method
2/6/2025 - 2/27/2025 Weekly - Thu 02:00 PM - 03:30 PM Kingston, OLLI  Map Richard Courtney  ClassRoom

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