WNC Catalog 2008-2009: Philosophy 224
Course Description and Outline |
PHIL 224: Introduction to Philosophy of Science
| Credits |
3 |
| Schedule of Classes |
Schedule History
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| Academic Discipline |
Philosophy
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| Academic Division |
Social Science, Education, Humanities & Public Service |
| Prerequisites |
none |
| Transfer Information |
Courses with numbers 100 to 299: This course is designed to apply toward a WNC degree and/or transfer to other schools within the Nevada System of Higher Education, depending on the degree chosen and other courses completed. It may transfer to colleges and universities outside Nevada. For information about how this course can transfer and apply to your program of study, please contact a counselor. |
2008-2009 | I : Catalog Course Description |
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| Studies philosophical problems and implications of historical and contemporary scientific inquiry, e.g. the nature of laws, theories, explanations, scientific revolutions, values, relations of science and society. |
| II : Course Objectives |
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- Examine the scientific tradition in the West beginning with Aristotle.
- Examine particularly the development of scientific methodology since 1600.
- Ask the question: With human cognition and intelligibility, can we really KNOW the world?
- Discuss hypothesis, laws, theories, and explanations of natural sciences.
- Discuss the alternative ways that human beings explain and understand their lives and universe.
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| III : Course Linkage |
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| Linkage of course to educational program mission and at least one educational program outcome. |
PHIL 224 links to two programs at WNC, AA/AS and General Education.
Communication:
Demonstrate college-level writing skills appropriate to their degree or certificate.
Demonstrate oral communication skills appropriate to their degree or certificate.
Analysis:
Know the principles of critical thinking appropriate to transfer degrees.
Personal Development:
Know effective and efficient learning skills.
Community Commitment:
Appreciate the value and importance of diversity issues pertaining to the influence of gender and religious culture on the individual. |
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