PHIL 434 - Game Theory and Ethics

Institution:

Saint Louis University-Main Campus

Subject:

Philosophy

Description:

Treating game theory - the mathematical theory of individual rational choice in strategic situations - this course analyses pure conflict, static variable-sum, dynamic, repeated, and bargaining games, as well as utility theory. Applications are made in evaluating the contractarian political, economic, and moral theories of contemporary Hobbesians, Kantians, and Humeans. Prerequisites: PHIL 105 and 205.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.slu.edu

Phone Number:

(314) 977-2222

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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