IS 4060 - Cosmology, Evolution, and Philosophy
Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): JUNIOR STATUS
An inquiry into various philosophical perspectives on evolution. To explore the deeper philosophical implications of evolutionary science and the riddle of existence so as to provide fresh insights into the meaning of humanity and our place in the universe. Investigates paradigms such as a universe of chance, randomness and probabilities or ones of design and purpose. Emphasis is placed upon the student's ability to critically associate epistemological positions with perspectives on evolution. Fall of even years. Prerequisite(s): Junior status.
*All course information is from the 2012-2013 Catalog.
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