phi2lal logic analytic and systematic reasoning
LOGIC: ANALYTIC AND SYSTEMATIC REASONING
PHI2LAL
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Credit points: 15
Subject outline
Logic is the attempt to study the most fundamental structures of thought, and to devise valid and useful systems of reasoning. Logic is one of humanity's oldest intellectual preoccupations, puzzling and inspiring thinkers from before the time of Aristotle up to the present. The nineteenth century saw a revolution in logic, which in turn led to the emergence of new approaches to philosophy in the twentieth century, pioneered by people like Bertrand Russell, Ludwig Wittgenstein, Rudolf Carnap, W. V. Quine, and David Lewis. Introductory logic is easy and fun. In this unit students are introduced to the basic ideas in propositional and predicate logic, which are necessary to the understanding of twentieth century analytic philosophy. Moreover, the problem solving skills, systematic reasoning, and strategic thinking that students develop in the course of this unit are all very advantageous to their work in many other academic as well as business areas.
SchoolHumanities and Social Sciences
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorRichard Heersmink
Available to Study Abroad/Exchange StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 2 - UG
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Concise introduction to logic
Resource TypeBook
Resource RequirementRecommended
AuthorHurley, P.J.
Year2006
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PublisherTHOMPSON WADSWORTH
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