Philosophy 301 - II.Philosophy of Science

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St Lawrence University

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Why does science produce such reliable knowledge? Is there really a "scientific method"? Does science get at truth, or is scientificknowledge socially constructed? In addition to these questions, we consider whether science advances according to a steady and rational process, or whether it advances according to radical "scientific revolutions." We also try to identify what (if anything)distinguishes scientific knowledge from other kinds of knowledge. To conclude the course, we reflect on whether scientific knowledge is comprehensive enough to constitute a complete worldview. Prerequisite: Philosophy 100, 101, 202 or permission of the instructor. Also offered through European Studies.

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4.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.stlawu.edu

Phone Number:

(315) 229-5011

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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