2015-2016 Catalog 
    
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PHIL 135 CM - Philosophy of Mind

An exploration of problems concerning the nature of the mind. The main topic of the course will be the mind-body problem: Is there a mind (or a soul) that is distinct from the body? Related topics include: What is the nature of consciousness? Can computers think? How can we know of the existence of other minds?

Prerequisite: One prior course in philosophy or permission of the instructor.

Offered: Every other year

Credit: 1

Course Number: PHIL135 CM