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Sep 07, 2024
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PHIL 5250 - Decision Theory Can there be a formal theory of what it is to be rational in one’s beliefs and actions? This course is an introduction to decision theory, which claims to be just such a theory of rationality. Attention will be given to both its mathematical development and the issues it raises in the philosophy of science, the theory of knowledge, and action theory. A working knowledge of high school algebra is assumed.
Prerequisites/Corequisites: Prerequisites: PHIL 2200, 2250 or 3200; and two other courses in philosophy, mathematics (above the level of MATH 1100), or computer science (above the level of CS 1050).
Credits: 4 hrs.
Notes: Open to Upperclass and Graduate Students. Undergraduates with junior or senior status and at least 12 hours of course work in philosophy may enroll in 5000-level courses. Specific prerequisites may be added to individual courses.
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