PHIL 2301
Introduction to the Philosophy of Science
Philosophical issues arising out of the attempt to understand the world scientifically. Topics may include: scientific methodology, revolution, observation, explanation, causation, induction, reduction, the difference between natural and social scientific understanding, realism, instrumentalism, constructivism.
Topics
- scientific methodology
- revolution
- observation
- explanation
- causation
- induction
- reduction
- difference between natural and social scientific understanding
- realism
- instrumentalism
- constructivism
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Prerequisites & course information
Prerequisite(s): a course in philosophy or second-year standing.