Works of Wittgenstein, the logical positivists, linguistic analysts, and other contemporary thinkers. Philosophical and mathematical aspects of the subject. Consideration of issues such as structure and types of scientific explanation, verification and falsification, and unity of the sciences. In-depth study of the major works of a significant Western philosopher or of a major philosophical topic. May be repeated for credit.
Student works in close conjunction with a faculty member on a mutually agreeable topic.
Written thesis required. Not for graduate credit. Presentation and criticism of original papers. May be repeated for a maximum of 9 credits. In alternate years.