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161-210 Philosophy of Logic | |
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Availability | 2nd and 3rd year |
Credit Points | 12.5 |
HECS Band | 1 |
Coordinator | Dr Allen Hazen |
Prerequisites | 161-115 Introduction to Formal Logic, or equivalent, or permission from the Head of Department or the subject coordinator. |
Semester | 2 (view timetable) |
Contact | Thirty-five contact hours per semester: two 1-hour lectures per week for the whole semester and a 1-hour tutorial per week beginning the second week of semester |
Subject Description | This subject examines a number of the philosophical issues that arise in connection with modern formal logic. It introduces students to questions concerning the metaphysical and epistemological status of logic and the machinery connected with it. Students will encounter contemporary views and arguments on these issues. By the end of the subject, students should develop an understanding of these matters, as well as an ability to articulate and defend their own views on the matters covered. |
Assessment | Written work totalling 4000 words, plus regular participation in tutorials. |
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