Philosophy of Science
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Overview
Subject area
PHI
Catalog Number
353
Course Title
Philosophy of Science
Department(s)
Description
Introductory course in which emphasis is placed on the clarification of pivotal concepts common to the empirical sciences. In particular, concepts such as explanation, confirmation, prediction, systematization, and empirical significance will be introduced. The relationship of uses of these concepts to the structure of scientific theory will receive close attention.
Typically Offered
Fall, Spring
Academic Career
Undergraduate
Liberal Arts
Yes
Credits
Minimum Units
3
Maximum Units
3
Academic Progress Units
3
Repeat For Credit
No
Components
Name
Lecture
Hours
3