| CODE | PHI2001 | ||||||||
| TITLE | Logic | ||||||||
| UM LEVEL | 02 - Years 2, 3 in Modular Undergraduate Course | ||||||||
| MQF LEVEL | 5 | ||||||||
| ECTS CREDITS | 6 | ||||||||
| DEPARTMENT | Philosophy | ||||||||
| DESCRIPTION | This study unit covers the way the study of formal logic has developed in Western philosophy. It provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the application of logical thought, enabling them to apply logical thinking to various problems. Study-Unit Aims: The study-unit aims to introduce students to the methodologies used in different logical systems. Students will also be encouraged to apply their learning in a practical manner Learning Outcomes: 1. Knowledge & Understanding: - consolidate their knowledge of logical thought; - engage critically with primary texts in logic; - appreciate different approaches to key philosophical questions through the use of logical methods; 2. Skills By the end of the study-unit the student will be able to: - identify and reflect upon key debates on logic in Western philosophy; - read a selection of texts in contemporary logical; - engage in meaningful discussions on the main themes covered in the unit; - apply logical methods to specific problems Main Text/s and any supplementary readings: - Gensler, H.J., Introduction to Logic, Routledge, London, 2016. - Lee, S-F., Logic: A Complete Introduction, Hodder Education, London, 2017. - Riolo, V., Introduction to Logic, MUP, Malta, 2001. |
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| STUDY-UNIT TYPE | Lecture | ||||||||
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| LECTURER/S | Mary Ann Cassar |
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