1017-341 - Foundations of Scientifi c Thinking

Institution:

Rochester Institute of Technology

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Description:

Defi nition of science; historical perspective; ingredients of the scientifi c quest; the scientifi c method; scientifi c explanation, laws, theories and hypotheses; the role of mathematics; probability and induction; science and other disciplines. (At least a year of basic sciences at the college level) Class 2, Credit 2 ( offered upon suffi cient request) (F, W)

Credits:

2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

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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