Philosophy of Science Course

This course aims to provide students with an understanding of (1) understanding various ways of acquiring scientific knowledge, abilities and skills by applying philosophical and critical-logical reasoning; (2) not ignoring the limitations of science and scientific methods and their moral and social limitations in acquire and utilize knowledge. The Philosophy of Science course includes discussions on the ontology, epistemology and axiology of science in the constellation of various other knowledge, as well as the development of scientific knowledge. Discussions about the ontology of science are focused on elements of empirical reality (empiricism) such as facts, data and information without separating them from rational reality (rationalism), as well as their position in scientific activities. The epistemology of science is focused on the scientific method and its operationalization in research methodology. Axiology of science discusses the values ​​related to scientific activities both internally, externally and socially