Philosophy of the Social Sciences
Overview
Subject area
PHIL
Catalog Number
226
Course Title
Philosophy of the Social Sciences
Department(s)
Description
A philosophical critique of the fundamental assumptions, methodologies, and controversies in current social science. Possible topics: behaviorism and its alternatives; mainstream economics versus Marxism and quantitative sociology; functionalism and alternative conceptions in sociology and anthropology.
Typically Offered
Fall, Spring
Academic Career
Undergraduate
Liberal Arts
Yes
Credits
Minimum Units
3
Maximum Units
3
Academic Progress Units
3
Repeat For Credit
No
Components
Name
Lecture
Hours
3
Requisites
021577