NASC 501/501G - Philosophy of Science

Introduction to basic topics in the study of science as a means of gaining knowledge about the natural and social world. Topics include the demarcation of science from non-science, theories of verification and confirmation, the social and cultural influences on the production of knowledge, the nature of scientific change, and realism vs. anti-realism.

Credits: 3 hours
When Offered: (offered spring only)
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.