Course Overview
Develops simple, yet powerful methods for understanding and evaluating a wide variety of scientific and pseudo scientific material. Introduces some of the great thinkers and theories of the past, both winners and losers. Reflects on what makes scientific reasoning so effective, and uses these reflections to evaluate some contemporary criticisms of the place of science in society.
Prerequisite(s)
- BCIT ENGL 1177, or 6 credits BCIT Communication at 1100-level or above, or 3 credits of a university/college first-year social science or humanities course.
Credits
3.0
Domestic fees
$764.71
International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Understand the role of the philosophy of science in critically evaluating the methods, goals, and process of science. [12]
- Demonstrate familiarity with prominent influences in the philosophy of science. [12]
- Identify and understand the kinds of arguments used by philosophers of science. [12]
- Demonstrate facility with the methods and terminology used by thinkers in the field. [7,12]
- Critically analyze philosophical arguments and relevant texts at an appropriate level. [7, 12]
- Source material relevant to forming, defending, or critiquing positions on issues in the philosophy of science. [12]
- Evaluate sources in terms of their authority, and the cogency and consistency of their argumentation. [12]
- Develop critical writing skills. [7]
Effective as of Fall 2024
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Course Offerings
Spring/Summer 2026
Below is one offering of LIBS 7006 for the Spring/Summer 2026 term.
CRN 54324
Dates
May 18 - Aug 07 Loading
- CRN 54324
- $764.71 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
Tim Kosub
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
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- On the start date of the course, you will have access to the course link in the Learning Hub. FINAL EXAMS: Final exams will be held IN-PERSON on the Burnaby campus in the last week of the course. If you live outside the Lower Mainland area you will be required to have an approved proctor to administer the exam. You are directly responsible for any invigilation fees and related costs. *(A)* This is NOT a SELF-PACED course. There will be specific timelines for assignments and exams. Course content, kind and quality of assignments and general standards for this online course are the same as classroom courses. You will have discussions and assignments to complete each week (although you do NOT have to be online at a particular time or day).
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