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9.00 Credits
Introduction to basic set theory, recursive definitions, and mathematical induction. Provides a bridge between course 9 and courses 117 and 119. Strong emphasis on proving theorems and constructing proofs, both formal proofs and proofs in the customary, informal style used by mathematicians. Prerequisite(s): course 9; and two from courses 91, 93, and 94. J. Bowin
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1.25 Credits
Investigation of non-classical logic. Several proposi-tional non-classical logics, such as various model logics, multi-valued logics, and relevance logics studied. Meta-theoretic results, including soundness and completeness, investigated for each logic studied. Prerequisite(s): course 9, and course 91 or 93 or 94. Enrollment limited to 40. The Staff
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1.25 Credits
Detailed treatment of the semantics of first order logic and formal computability. Completeness, undecidability of first order logic and Lowenhelm-Sklem results also proven. Nature and formal limits of computability and introduction to incompleteness also investigated. Students cannot receive credit for this course and course 219. Prerequisite(s): course 9, and course 91 or 93 or 94. R. Otte
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1.25 Credits
Training in philosophical thinking and its expression in written form. Prerequisite(s): course 91 or 93 or 94; and satisfaction of Entry Level Writing and Composition requirements. Enrollment restricted to philosophy majors. Enrollment limited to 54. (General Education Code(s): W.) The Staff
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1.00 Credits
An investigation of modern theories of knowledge, justification, and rationality. One course in philosophy is strongly recommended prior to taking this course. Prerequisite(s): course 91, 93, or 94. P. Roth
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1.25 Credits
Topics vary each quarter, and may focus on one or more sub-fields of metaphysics, e.g., philosophy of time, philosophy of persistence, etc.; or the course may be taught as a general survey of metaphysics. Prerequisite(s): course 9; and course 91 or 93 or 94. A. Stone
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1.25 Credits
Current theories of the nature and preconditions of language, the nature of meaning, and the nature of truth. Prerequisite(s): course 91 or 93 or 94; or consent of instructor. Enrollment limited to 82. J. Ellis
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1.25 Credits
An examination of various topics that arise in thinking about science. Different philosophical problems, such as realism, instrumentalism, confirmation, explanation, space and time, and rational decision making are extensively discussed and criticized. Prerequisite(s): course 91 or 93 or 94. The Staff
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1.25 Credits
Can developmental processes be reduced to gene expression Does the history of life exhibit trends (e.g. increasing complexity) How are we to understand key concepts such as "fitness," "species," "adaptation," and "gene " Is there such a thing as human nature Course surveys these and other core philosophical topics in the biological sciences. Prerequisite(s): course 91 or 93 or 94; satisfaction of Entry Level Writing and Composition requirements. Enrollment limited to 39. (General Education Code(s): W.) The Staff
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1.25 Credits
Focuses on philosophical questions, both historical and contemporary, concerning the relation between body and mind. Particular attention is given to whether consciousness can be totally explained in physical terms. Prerequisite(s): course 91, 93, or 94. J. Ellis
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