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 136-333 Science, Reason and Reality (Science 3)

Note

Formerly taught as 136-202/302/317. Students who have completed 136-202/302/317 are not eligible to enrol in this subject. Students cannot gain credit for both this subject and 136-033. Only available at Science level 3; for other levels see 136-033. This subject is identical in all respects to 136-033, except for the assessment.

Credit Points

12.5

HECS Band

1

Coordinator

Dr Howard Sankey

Prerequisites

Normally two level 2 HPS subjects.

Semester

2 (view timetable)

Contact

Between 10 and 12 weekly tutorials and between 20 and 24 lectures, normally two per week

Subject Description

This subject is an introduction to recent philosophy of science, including such topics as: the justification of scientific method; rationalism vs. relativism; problems of scientific objectivity and truth; theory-dependence of observation; the processes of scientific theory change. Students should complete the subject with a familiarity with major themes recent and contemporary philosophy of science; with experience in methods of critical analysis and argument employed within the philosophy of science; and with a background in the philosophy of science on which to base further study in the area.

Assessment

Written work totalling 6000 words.

Prescribed Texts
  • A Chalmers, What is this Thing Called Science?.
  • I Hacking, Representing and Intervening.
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