PHI 304 - Hist & Philosophy of Science

Institution:

Cabrini University - Closed

Subject:

Philosophy

Description:

This course addresses contemporary issues in the philosophy of science through examination of examples from the history of science. These issues include what it means for a theory to be scienti?c, the nature of discovery, what constitutes a scienti?c theory, how theories are con?rmed, and the problems of inductive reasoning. Contemporary issues in science are used to illustrate scienti?c practice. Prerequisite: Two courses in philosophy or permission of the instructor. Offered spring, alternate years. 3 credits

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3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.cabrini.edu

Phone Number:

(610) 902-8100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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