PHIL305
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PHIL305 - Introduction to Philosophy of Science
Course ID
026220
Course Description
This course is an introduction to philosophical approaches to scientific methodology. We will cover theories of the scientific method, such as Bayesian confirmation theory, theories of explanation in science, such as Mechanistic Theories, and applied methodological issues in current scientific debates, such as the Replication Crisis.
Min Units
3
Max Units
3
Repeatable for Credit
No
Grading Basis
GRD - Regular Grades A, B, C, D, E
Career
Undergraduate
Course Attributes
GE - T2-NATS (Tier 2 Natural Sciences), GEED - BC (Gen Ed: Building Connections)
Course Requisites
Two courses from Tier One, Natural Sciences (Catalog numbers 170A, 170B, 170C).
May be convened with
Component
Discussion
Optional Component
Yes
Component
Lecture
Optional Component
No