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3.00 Credits
A survey of select figures in 16th-18th century European philosophy (e.g., Descartes, Spinoza, Leibniz, Hobbes, Locke, Berkeley, Hume, Kant) and how they have shaped modern scientific, religious, ethical and political thought. 3:0:3
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3.00 Credits
An in-depth examination of specific areas in philosophy not otherwise available in the department. May be repeated once for credit with change of topics. 3:0:3
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3.00 Credits
Selected topics as announced. May be repeated for credit with permission of the department. 3:0:3
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3.00 Credits
An examination of the philosophical assumptions of both the natural and the social sciences. Topics include: the distinction between science and non-science; 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. 3:0:3
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3.00 Credits
An approach to Western philosophical thought which emphasizes the creative ideas which have made our culture what it is. Examines ideas at their point of origin, then investigates their modern application. 3:0:3
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3.00 Credits
This logic course proceeds in two steps: First, the student is taught a basic pattern for constructing and analyzing arguments. This learning is facilitated by working a number of examples. Second, the discussion proceeds to variations upon this basic pattern which are found in specific areas of argumentation: art, business, law, politics, philosophy, etc. The overall goal is to increase the student's skill in detecting, analyzing, and constructing arguments. 3:0:3
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1.00 - 3.00 Credits
An opportunity for students to pursue a special interest not covered by regular course offerings. Material and credit arranged in consultation with instructor. May be repeated for credit with permission of department. Variable credit: 1-3 hours.
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3.00 Credits
An examination of the following topics seeks to provide a historical framework for thinking about the major questions of mankind: What is the origin and nature of the universe and humanity? Does God exist and if so, what does God require of us? What can we know and how? 3:0:3
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3.00 Credits
An approach to Western philosophical thought by examining the use, meaning and tradition of skepticism within the philosophical tradition. Beginning with the Greeks and then focusing on the radical skepticism of the Hellenistic period, attention will be paid to how skepticism has shaped Western philosophical thought through figures such as Sextus Empiricus, Montaigne, Descartes, Hume, and selected contemporary thinkers. Particular attention will be paid to skepticism in ethics, politics, religion, literature, and scientific inquiry. 3:0:3
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3.00 Credits
Fundamental questions about religion are considered. Does God exist? If so, what is God's nature? Of what significance is mysticism? What happens (if anything) at death? 3:0:3
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