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PHIL 480W - Philosophy of Science (GEWI)


A systematic examination of the main philosophical problems raised by the results and methods of the physical and social sciences. Topics include the problem of meaning, measurement, the interpretation of probability statements, the justification of induction, the concept of cause, the laws of nature, description and explanation, determinism and indeterminism.

Credit Hours: 3 hrs
Prerequisite: One course in philosophy other than   or  ; recommended:   
Previously Listed As: PHIL 380W - Philosophy of Science

Last Updated: Course Number Change 02/2012, effective Fall 2012; Links 04/2011


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