PHIL 420 - Philosophy of Biology

Institution:

California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo

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Description:

Philosophical implications and assumptions of evolutionary theory, the problem of reduction, feminist critiques, demarcation issues and the differences between biology and other sciences. Ethical and social issues, including Creationism and "intelligent design" theories, eugenics,sociobiology, and ecology. 4 lectures. Prerequisite: PHIL 230 or PHIL 231 and completion of GE Area B2..

Credits:

4.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.calpoly.edu

Phone Number:

(805) 756-1111

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Quarter

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