Philosophy 27 - Philosophy of Science

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Dartmouth College

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09W: 11 10W: 2 This course examines the philosophical assumptions of both the natural and the social sciences. Topics discussed include the distinction between science and nonscience, the nature and types of scientific explanation, the structure and function of scientific laws and theories, the problems and paradoxes of confirmation and disconfirmation, the role of mathematics and models of science, the basis for probability and induction, and the relationship between science and values. Prerequisite: Philosophy 1 or 2, or selected courses in the sciences, or permission of the instructor. Dist: TMV. Crocker.

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.dartmouth.edu

Phone Number:

(603) 646-1110

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Quarter

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