2011-2012 University Catalog 
  
2011-2012 University Catalog

PHIL 632 - Twentieth-Century Logical Positivism

Credits: 3 (NR)
Examines 20th century logical positivism and its place in the history of philosophy. Topics include Russell’s logical atomism and theory of descriptions, program of the Vienna Circle, attempts to formulate empiricist criteria of meaning, and legacy left by the movement.

Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing.

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