2019-2020 Academic Bulletin 
    
    Apr 19, 2024  
2019-2020 Academic Bulletin [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

PHIL 240 - Mind and Brain


Credits: 4
A philosophical exploration of historical and 20th-century attempts to understand and to model human thought. A study of episodes in the long tradition of the study of mind and brain in philosophy is connected to current work within the disciplines of neuroscience, cognitive science, and artificial intelligence. Students read the writings of past and contemporary philosophers and practitioners within the other disciplines mentioned.

Prerequisite: One course in Philosophy or permission of the instructor.

Distribution Requirements: HE, SP.