PHIL 018 - Philosophy of Science

Institution:

College of the Desert

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Description:

An introduction to some of the core philosophical issues raised by the unprecedented success of scientific inquiry since the seventeenth century. Topics include scientific explanations, causation and the laws of nature, realism and antirealism regarding scientific knowledge, and some outstanding problems in the conceptual foundations of selected specific sciences. Lecture Hours: 54 Lab Hours: 0 Repeatable: No Grading: L Advisory: ENG-051, RDG-051, and at least one previous college-level course in philosophy or the natural sciences CAN: None Transfer Status: CSU Degree Applicable: AA/AS COD GE: None CSU GE: None IGETC: None

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Institution Website:

www.collegeofthedesert.edu

Phone Number:

(760) 346-8041

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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