Universität Wien

180116 SE Central Topics in Philosophy of Science (2016W)

5.00 ECTS (2.00 SWS), SPL 18 - Philosophie
Continuous assessment of course work

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Note: The time of your registration within the registration period has no effect on the allocation of places (no first come, first served).

Details

max. 35 participants
Language: English

Lecturers

Classes (iCal) - next class is marked with N

ACHTUNG!! Die Lehrveranstaltung entfällt krankheitsbedingt am 04.11 und 05.11.2016 !!

  • Monday 03.10. 14:00 - 16:00 Hörsaal. 2H NIG 2.Stock
  • Tuesday 04.10. 14:00 - 16:00 Hörsaal 3C, NIG Universitätsstraße 7/Stg. II/3. Stock, 1010 Wien
  • Wednesday 05.10. 14:00 - 16:00 Hörsaal 3C, NIG Universitätsstraße 7/Stg. II/3. Stock, 1010 Wien
  • Thursday 06.10. 14:00 - 16:00 Hörsaal 3C, NIG Universitätsstraße 7/Stg. II/3. Stock, 1010 Wien
  • Friday 07.10. 14:00 - 16:00 Hörsaal 3C, NIG Universitätsstraße 7/Stg. II/3. Stock, 1010 Wien
  • Friday 09.12. 10:00 - 15:00 Hörsaal 3C, NIG Universitätsstraße 7/Stg. II/3. Stock, 1010 Wien
  • Friday 16.12. 10:00 - 15:00 Hörsaal 3C, NIG Universitätsstraße 7/Stg. II/3. Stock, 1010 Wien
  • Saturday 17.12. 10:00 - 15:00 Hörsaal 3C, NIG Universitätsstraße 7/Stg. II/3. Stock, 1010 Wien

Information

Aims, contents and method of the course

This course introduces central topics in general philosophy of science, including the
problem of induction, confirmation and evidence, explanation and understanding,
theory change, intertheoretic relations, social aspects of science, and the scientific
realism debate. This course is an introduction to most of the main problems and issues that have been discussed within analytical philosophy of science in the 20th century. By the end of the course, students should be familiar with most of the core problems along with the attempts to solve them, and be able to discuss them critically and in depth. Mastering the course provides the basis for further studies in philosophy of science at the graduate level.

Assessment and permitted materials

Minimum requirements and assessment criteria

Some introductory level background in philosophy of science is useful, but not required.

Examination requirements
• Two 1 to 2-page reading responses that have to be submitted before November 1, 2016.
• Long essay (max. 14 pages), two short essays (max. 7 pages), or one short essay (7 pages) and presentation.
• Regular participation (max. 2 hours of absence allowed).

Assessment
The final mark will be determined by a combination of the grades of your course participation throughout the whole course (5%), your two reading responses that you submit (20%), and your essays/presentations (75%).

Examination topics

Reading list

Most readings can be found in:

Curd, Martin and J. A. Cover (2012): Philosophy of Science. The Central Issues. New York and London: W. W. Norton; 2nd ed.

Please find detailed course description and syllabus on Moodle.

Association in the course directory

MA M 3 A, BA M 15, HPS M1.1, M1.3, M4

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