2009-2010 University Catalog 
  
2009-2010 University Catalog

PHIL 180 - Logic and Law

Credits: 3
What are the standards of reasoning that guide decision-making in the law? This question draws attention to the criteria for a sound argument, a topic that is central to logic. Students examine how lawyers rely on such criteria to persuade jurors of the merits of their case. Standards of reasoning associated with work of jurors also examined.

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