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Academic Year 2005/2006

Topics in Philosophy of Mind
PHIL 381 FA

This course may be repeated for credit.

This course will explore recent discussions in philosophy of mind. Topics will change from year to year. Past and planned topics include: mental representation, consciousness and naturalization, concepts, mental causation and the relation between mind and metaphysics. This course is intended for advanced majors in philosophy and the sciences of cognition. Students should take either PHIL286 (Philosophy of Mind) or PHIL289 (Philosophy of Language) prior to this course.

MAJOR READINGS

Several book-length works. Readings will vary from year to year.

EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS

Weekly written synopses of readings. One term paper. Regular participation in class discussions.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and/or COMMENTS

This course requires permission of instructor. It is always offered as a seminar for philosophy majors, who should take PHIL286 or PHIL289 before taking this course. In some years, it will also be appropriate for students with advanced background in one or more of the sciences of cognition (neuroscience, psychology, linguistics, computer science). Students should visit the instructor's website at registration time to find more definite information on the topic and readings.

COURSE FORMAT: Seminar

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Level: UGRD    Credit: 1    Gen Ed Area Dept: HA PHIL    Grading Mode: Graded   

Prerequisites: PHIL286 OR PHIL289 Links to Web Resources For This Course.

Last Updated on MAR-30-2006

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