PHIL 333 - Philosophy of Science

Institution:

Seattle University

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Description:

An introduction to different views about the nature and goals of the natural sciences and to issues raised by these views, including the status of scientific laws, theory formation and testing, confirmation vs. falsification, realism vs. instrumentalism, indicators of scientific progress, and the social dimension of science. Prerequisite: PHIL 210 or 220.

Credits:

5.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.seattleu.edu

Phone Number:

(206) 296-6000

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Quarter

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