Course Description

HP201 Revolution in Western Science, from Aristotle to the Enlightenment 0.5

An introduction to central topics in the history and philosophy of science in Western culture up to the end of the 18th century, including discussion of the emergence, success, and relative prestige of science; the concepts of progress and revolution; and the establishment and implementation of the Newtonian worldview in its social context.†

Prerequisite: Senior student status.

Official electronic version updated on November 10, 2000

M. Watson, Editor