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Rensselaer Catalog 2019-2020 
    
Rensselaer Catalog 2019-2020 [Archived Catalog]

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IHSS 1140 - Minds and Machines


This course is an introduction to the philosophy of mind and cognitive science. Students meet in small sections to have class discussions and debates about questions like: What are minds? Are minds physical or non-physical? Do humans have free will? Does reliance on technology turn humans into cyborgs? How close are humans to building an intelligent robot or machine? Do we want this to be a goal? Students will learn how make a philosophical argument, and how to express them in writing or through an oral presentation. This course is communication intensive.

When Offered: Fall term annually.



Cross Listed: Cross listed with PHIL 1120; students cannot obtain credit for both courses.

Credit Hours: 4



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