Logic I-E2 :Sentential Logic and Deductions
| Numbering Code | U-LAS00 10006 LE34 | Year/Term | 2022 ・ First semester | |
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| Number of Credits | 2 | Course Type | Lecture | |
| Target Year | Mainly 1st & 2nd year students | Target Student | For all majors | |
| Language | English | Day/Period | Fri.4 | |
| Instructor name | SAHKER, ETHAN KYLE (Graduate School of Medicine Assistant Professor) | |||
| Outline and Purpose of the Course |
Students of all disciplines will learn the basic concepts of logic. Logic is the study of evaluating thought processes and deciding if the reasoning of an argument is valid or invalid. Students will learn how to develop and evaluate persuasive arguments through deductive reasoning. Deductive reasoning identifies a general “truth” and then determines the validity of the observational conclusions. First, an introduction to the philosophy and concepts of logic will be presented. Then, concrete methods and principles used to identify and evaluate reasoning will be discussed. The content of the course applies to everyday thought processes and will cover informal and formal logic with respect to word choice and deduction. Students will actively practice: (1) identifying propositions and arguments (2) evaluating logical fallacies, syllogisms, and deduction (3) using symbolic representation as quantifiers of logic and reasoning |
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| Course Goals |
(1) To develop an ability to evaluate the intent/meaning of statements and systematically evaluate validity. (2) To gain skills in the extraction and development of valid logical conclusions. (3) Students will practice writing phrases in English based on logical arguments, with emphasis on simplicity and clarity. After completion of the course, students should acquire improved communication skills in English and their native language. |
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| Schedule and Contents |
(1) Course overview and introduction to logic (2-3) Basic Concepts (4-5) Language, meaning, and definition (6-7) Informal fallacies (8-9) Categorical propositions & Syllogisms (10-11) Propositional logic & Deduction (12-13) Predicate logic (14) Review (15) Final exam (16) Feedback |
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| Evaluation Methods and Policy |
20% - Quizes 40% - Final Exam 20% - Short Personal Reflection Paper 20% - Attendance and Active Participation |
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| Course Requirements | None | |||
| Study outside of Class (preparation and review) | Students are recommended to review prior lecture content for 2-3 hours per week outside of class. | |||
| Textbooks | Textbooks/References | Not required. Optional reference books are provided below | ||
| References, etc. | Logic: A complete introduction. , Lee SF. (2017)., , ISBN:B01J24WGYW | |||
