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Philosophy 459F/G The Scientific Revolution

A critical examination of the Scientific Revolution of the 17th century. Emphasis will be placed on its philosophical foundations, the astronomical world view, the rise of empirical and mechanical methodologies, the founding of scientific academies, Newtonian science, and the place of revolutions in history.

Prerequisite: Philosophy 226F/G or third or fourth year honors standing in Philosophy or Science.
3 hours, half course.


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