Course - Logic - FI1005
Logic
Assessments and mandatory activities may be changed until September 20th.
About
About the course
Course content
The course provides an introduction to formal logic and argumentation theory.
Key themes in formal logic are: translation from natural language to logical notion (both propositional logic and first-order predicate logic); evaluation of logical validity; proof procedures.
In argumentation theory the focus is on common argument forms and fallacies.
Learning outcome
According to the course curriculum, a candidate who passes this course is expected to have the following learning outcome, defined as knowledge and skills:
Knowledge:
- familiar with central concepts in propositional logic and first-order predicate logic.
- knowledge about different forms of argument and fallacies.
- familiar with proof procedures in propositional logic and first-order predicate logic
Skills:
- can formalize sentences and arguments in both propositional logic and first-order predicate logic.
- can use formal logic to evaluate logical validity and to perform simple logical proofs.
- can, in a non-formal fashion, analyze arguments and recognize fallacies.
Learning methods and activities
Lectures, exercise group, and self-study.
The obligatory activity can only be approved the semester the course is taught, but is valid for this and the subsequent semester.
Compulsory assignments
- 80% attendance exercise groups
Further on evaluation
Evaluation by 4-hour written exam. No syllabus material permitted.
Required previous knowledge
None.
Course materials
The required reading list will be available at the beginning of the semester.
Credit reductions
Course code | Reduction | From |
---|---|---|
FI1303 | 7.5 sp | Autumn 2022 |
FI1203 | 7.5 sp | Autumn 2022 |
FI1103 | 7.5 sp | Autumn 2022 |
Subject areas
- Philosophy
Contact information
Department with academic responsibility
Examination
Examination
Re-sit examination - Autumn 2025
Written exam
The specified room can be changed and the final location will be ready no later than 3 days before the exam. You can find your room location on Studentweb.