Logic & Philosophy of Science

Course Description



 
Course:  LPS 105B/205B
Philos 105B/205B
Name:  METALOGIC
Description:  This is an introduction to the meta-theory of first-order logic. The course will cover the syntax and semantics of propositional and first-order logic, and the soundness and completeness results for such logics. Other logics, e.g., modal or higher-order are also mentioned.

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