PHIL 235 - Philosophy of Mathematics

Institution:

Bucknell University

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Description:

Examination of some philosophical problems and contemporary views concerning mathematical concepts and methods: the nature of mathematical truths and mathematical proof; the concept of infinity; ontological status of numbers and classes; metamathematical results. Prerequisite: PHIL 98 or 100 or 103 or 201 or 220 or permission of the instructor.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.bucknell.edu

Phone Number:

(570) 577-2000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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