Philosophy 203 - Modal Logic

Modal Logic

Spring
2025
01
4.00
Chris Rahlwes

M W F 10:50 AM - 12:05 PM

Smith College
PHI-203-01-202503
Seelye 109
crahlwes@smith.edu
This course provides an in-depth exploration of modal logic, a type of formal logic that extends classical logic to include operators of necessity, possibility, knowledge, belief, time, and obligation. The course covers the syntax and semantics of various modal systems, including propositional (normal and non-normal) and quantified modal logic. Additionally, the course explores philosophical questions regarding modality, including (but not limited to) the ontological status of possible worlds. Prerequisite: PHI 102 or equivalent. Enrollment limited to 40. (E)
Permission is required for interchange registration during the add/drop period only.
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