PHIL 260 - Philosophy and History of Science

Institution:

New York Institute of Technology

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Description:

An examination of the principal moments in the development of scientific thought, with special emphasis on the analysis of the principles of scientific methodology. The contributions of individuals like Aristotle, Ptolemy, Copernicus, Galileo, Kepler, Newton, Kant, Darwin, and Einstein will be carefully explored. Notions such as induction, deduction, proof, explanation, and truth will be subjected to extensive criticism.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.nyit.edu

Phone Number:

(516) 686-7516

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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