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2009-2010 University Catalog

IT 944 - The Process of Discovery and Its Enhancement in Engineering Applications

Credits: 3
Cross-Listed with OR 944, SYST 944

Studies ingredients of imaginative reasoning as it concerns efficient discovery of new ideas and valid evidential test of them. Topics include different interpretations of Peirce’s theory of abductive reasoning and other forms of reasoning, Hintikka’s analysis of process of inquiry, and current attempts to design systems that provide assistance in discovery-related or investigative activities.

Prerequisites
IT 842, or permission of instructor.

Hours of Lecture or Seminar per week
3
Hours of Lab or Studio per week
0