Description
Lecture, three hours; discussion, one hour. Study of selected problems concerning the character and reliability of scientific understanding, such as nature of scientific theory and explanation, reality of theoretical entities, inductive confirmation of hypotheses, and occurrence of scientific revolutions. Discussion at nontechnical level of episodes from history of science. P/NP … For more content click the Read More button below.
Instructional Format
Primary Format
Lecture
Secondary Format
Discussion
University and College/School Requirements
This course satisfies the following requirements:
General Education — Philosophical & Linguistic Analysis (Arts & Humanities)
General Education — Physical Sciences without Lab Credit (Scientific Inquiry)