Introduction to Logic

Catalog description

The aim of this course is to learn about and apply some of the fundamental principles of reasoning, argumentation, and logic. Together we will focus on the construction and evaluation of arguments, the recognition and correction of fallacies in reasoning, the introduction of formal methods in deductive logic, and the structure and practice of scientific theorizing and testing. Throughout the course, we will apply this knowledge to concrete cases. Our course objective is not only to learn about the philosophical foundations and fundamentals of informal and formal logic but also to develop general critical reasoning skills that will prove valuable beyond the classroom.