This course provides a basic introduction to the main philosophical and historical questions concerning scientific knowledge and methodology. It surveys a variety of positions on standard philosophy of science topics, centered around the question, "What is science?", using biology as a context. In addition, the course emphasizes practice in leading discussion and presentation of oral and written reports. Prerequisites: ENG 112 or WRI 118 and either BIO 151/BIO 153 or CHE 113. Corequisite: REL 383. This course fulfills the Engaging Our World requirement in the General Education Curriculum.
SCI-383: The Nature of Science
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