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HPS 60: Introduction to Philosophy of Science (PHIL 60)

20th-century views on the nature of scientific knowledge. Logical positivism and Popper; the problem of induction; Kuhn, Feyerbend, and radical philosophies of science; subsequent attempts to rebuild moderate empiricist and realist positions.
Terms: Win | Units: 5 | UG Reqs: GER:DB-Hum, WAY-A-II
Instructors: ; Ryckman, T. (PI)

HPS 61: Science, Religion, and the Birth of Modern Philosophy (PHIL 61)

Galileo's defense of the Copernican world-system that initiated the scientific revolution of the 17th century, led to conflict between science and religion, and influenced the development of modern philosophy. Readings focus on Galileo and Descartes.
| Units: 5 | UG Reqs: GER:DB-Hum

HPS 199: Directed Reading

May be repeated for credit.
| Units: 1-15 | Repeatable for credit

HPS 299: Graduate Individual Work

May be repeated for credit.
| Units: 1-15 | Repeatable for credit (up to 99 units total)
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