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Logic: Advanced Course (B-KUL-W0Q22A)

6 ECTSEnglish39 Second termCannot be taken as part of an examination contract
Heylen Jan
This course is not taught this academic year, but will be taught next year. This course is not taught this academic year, but will be taught next year.
POC Philosophy (internationaal)

Aims

The aim of the course is to provide an introduction to philosophical logic, i.e. non-classical (extra-classical or anti-classical) logic. 

At the end of the course the student should:

  • be able to solve exercises for various non-classical logics;
  • be able to (i) assess philosophical issues related to non-classical logics and/or (ii) connect non-classical logics to scientific fields of study.

 

Previous knowledge

The student has successfully completed an introductory course in logic, e.g.(W0Y03A), Logic (W0W03A) or the equivalent.

Additionally, the student can consult Open Online Courses in Philosophy: Introduction to Logic, Units 1-3.

Is included in these courses of study

Activities

6 ects. Logic: Advanced Course (B-KUL-W0Q22a)

6 ECTSEnglishFormat: Lecture39 Second term
Heylen Jan
POC Philosophy (internationaal)

Content

In 2022-2023 we will cover the following topics:

  • Classical logic
  • Temporal logic
  • Modal logic
  • Conditional logic

 

Course material

  • Textbook: John P. Burgess, Philosophical Logic, Princeton University Press, 2012, ch. 1-4
  • Course notes, which will be made available via Toledo

Format: more information

The course will be taught through lectures. During these lectures there will also be ample opportunity to make in-class exercises and to engage in discussion of philosophical issues.

 

Evaluation

Evaluation: Logic: Advanced Course (B-KUL-W2Q22a)

Type : Exam during the examination period
Description of evaluation : Written
Type of questions : Open questions
Learning material : Course material

Explanation


The exam will be an open-book written exam during the examination period. The exam will comprise exercises for the various non-classical logics and questions about philosophical issues related to non-classical logics and/or connections of non-classical logics to scientific fields of study.