PHIL 319 - Philosophy and Mathematics

Institution:

William Paterson University of New Jersey

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Description:

Deals both with the basic mathematical techniques used by contemporary philosophers and with the philosophy of mathematics generally. Students are introduced to basic mathematical tools such as sets, relations, functions, and graphs. Several traditional and recent philosophical views of mathematics are discussed (e.g. intuitionism, formalism, logicism, structuralism). The existence of mathematical objects and our knowledge of those objects are discussed. Prerequisite: PHIL 110

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.wpunj.edu

Phone Number:

(973) 720-2000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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