Middlebury

MATH 1015

Philosophy of Mathematics

Philosophy of Mathematics
Mathematics is one of humankind’s greatest cognitive endeavors, yet it raises many puzzling questions. Unlike much of our other knowledge, most mathematical knowledge is not established by gathering empirical evidence. So how is mathematical knowledge possible? Unlike most other things we consider to be real, mathematical objects are not physical objects. So in what sense do mathematical objects, such as numbers, exist? What are the foundations of mathematics? Do some mathematical proofs provide greater understanding than others? No prior knowledge of mathematics or philosophy is required.
Subject:
Mathematics
Department:
Mathematics
Division:
Natural Sciences
Requirements Fulfilled:
DED PHL WTR
Equivalent Courses:
PHIL 1015

Sections

Winter 2015

MATH1015A-W15 Lecture (Abbott, Khalifa)
MATH1015Y-W15 Discussion (Abbott, Khalifa)
MATH1015Z-W15 Discussion (Abbott, Khalifa)