PL 141 - Logic

Institution:

Mount Mercy University

Subject:

Description:

This course offers a combination of skills in critical thinking, introductions to two types of formal logic, and a survey of informal logical fallacies, all with the aim of finding uses for those skills in real life. The goal of the class is to develop the ability to distinguish between successful and unsuccessful arguments by learning the structure of good thinking and evaluating the quality of evidence used to support an argument. There are no prerequisites.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.mtmercy.edu

Phone Number:

(319) 363-8213

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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