Introduction to the Philosophy of Natural and Social Science PHIL 144 (3)
An introduction to philosophical issues concerning the nature of science. Topics to be discussed include the distinction between science and pseudo-science, the nature of scientific method, the nature of explanation in the natural and social sciences, the phenomenon of scientific change, the relationship between scientific theory and observation, and the objectivity of social science. Students who have completed PHIL 244 may not take this course for further credit. Breadth-Humanities/Science. Equivalent Courses: PHIL244. Breadth-Humanities/Sciences.
| Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
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Simon Pollon |
Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Tue, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Thu, 1:30–2:20 p.m. |
Burnaby Burnaby |
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| D101 |
Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Tue, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
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Burnaby |
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| D102 |
Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Tue, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
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Burnaby |
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| D104 |
Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Thu, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
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| D105 |
Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Thu, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
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Burnaby |