PHIL 1200 - Principles of Reasoning

Basic concepts of logic and techniques for judging validity of arguments introduced. System for symbolizing arguments and deriving conclusions from premises employed. Some of following topics also covered: informal fallacies in reasoning, syllogistic or Aristotelian logic; Venn diagrams, truth tables. Most sections are traditional lecture/test format, some taught in computer-assisted format, others use self-paced approach.

Requisites: Math Placement Level 1 or higher or (MATH D004 or MATH D005)
Credit Hours: 3
General Education Code: 1M
Repeat/Retake Information: May be retaken two times excluding withdrawals, but only last course taken counts.
Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture, 1.0 discussion
Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I
Learning Outcomes:

Principles of Reasoning: The student will understand and be able to use the techniques of logic to evaluate arguments in a formal manner. Students will master truth tables, deductive, and inductive reasoning and be able to recognize informal fallacies.

Ohio University

Ohio University

PHIL 1200 - Principles of Reasoning