Undergraduate Course: Philosophy and Quantum Theory (PHIL10105)
Course Outline
| School | School of Philosophy, Psychology and Language Sciences |
College | College of Humanities and Social Science |
| Credit level (Normal year taken) | SCQF Level 10 (Year 3 Undergraduate) |
Availability | Available to all students |
| SCQF Credits | 20 |
ECTS Credits | 10 |
| Summary | This course will offer detailed seminars on key philosophical issues in the nature and implications of quantum mechanics. No background in logic or the physical sciences will be assumed, although having taken Logic 1 and/or Philosophy of Science 1 might be an advantage, and the course is intended to be accessible to students with a wide range of philosophical interests and aptitudes. |
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Entry Requirements (not applicable to Visiting Students)
| Pre-requisites |
It is RECOMMENDED that students have passed
Logic 1 (PHIL08004)
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Other requirements | None |
Information for Visiting Students
| Pre-requisites | None |
Course Delivery Information
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Learning Outcomes
| In taking this course, students should be equipped to explore, discuss and analyse philosophical issues in quantum theory, its implications and applications, and acquire confidence in dealing with concepts and arguments in this field. Students should be introduced (in a non-technical way) to issues like locality, realism and the role of the observer in quantum theory.
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Additional Information
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Contacts
| Course organiser | Dr Alasdair Richmond
Tel: (0131 6)50 3656
Email: Jackie.Allan@ed.ac.uk |
Course secretary | Miss Susan Richards
Tel: (0131 6)51 3733
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