Introduction to Logic and Scientific Method
Overview
Subject area
PHILO
Catalog Number
17000
Course Title
Introduction to Logic and Scientific Method
Department(s)
Description
An introduction to logical analysis and evaluation, especially applied to scientific arguments. Recognizing arguments and their support structure; evaluating reliability of sources vouching for premises; elementary deductive formal logic; evaluation of arguments central to empirical science.
Typically Offered
Fall, Spring
Academic Career
Undergraduate
Liberal Arts
Yes
Requirement Designation
FSW - Flexible Core - Scientific World
Credits
Minimum Units
3
Maximum Units
3
Academic Progress Units
3
Repeat For Credit
No
Components
Name
Discussion
Hours
1
Name
Lecture
Hours
2