Logic & Philosophy of Science

Course Description


Course:  LPS/Phil 105B / 205B
Name:  Metalogic
Description:  This is an introduction to the meta-theory of first-order logic. The course covers the syntax and semantics of propositional and first-order logic, and the soundness and completeness results for such logics. Time permitting, other topics, e.g., modal logic or topics in model theory, are also discussed. 

Prerequisite:  LPS 105A/205A - Philos 105A/205A or consent of instructor.

Requirements:  Several problem sets, a midterm and a final exam.
Texbook:  P. Maddy, Logic for Philosophers