0509-458 - Philosophy of the Mind

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Rochester Institute of Technology

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Description:

The Philosophy of Mind is a fairly large category. It includes issues of metaphysics, epistemology, logic, psychology, aesthetics, logic, linguistics, cognitive science, artificial intelligence and biology, to name a few. Here are some typical questions which writers in the philosophy of mind often find interesting: Is there an ontological difference between minds and bodies Could there be minds without bodies Can I know that I have a mind How do I come to know that Are there other minds in the universe Can I be conscious of my own consciousness Can other things have the kinds of experiences which I have Part of the philosophy concentration and minor. It may also be taken as an elective. Class 4, Credit 4 (offered occasionally)

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4.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.rit.edu/

Phone Number:

(585) 475-2411

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Quarter

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