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PHIL 396. Philosophy of Physics


Credits 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID 013120 Grading Basis GRD

This course examines the philosophical foundations of physics. Some of the philosophical issues explored in the course may include how various theories in physics impact metaphysics, ontology and/or epistemology. Topics may include the nature of space and time, special relativity, general relativity, quantum theory, classical mechanics, thermodynamics, and/or cosmology.