The Mystery of Consciousness
Course #: PHIL 255, Class #: 3170, Section #: 01
Description
Consciousness has been described as the last great mystery. In this course students will read philosophers who attempt to clarify why it seems so mysterious, including some who argue that it will never be possible to explain consciousness scientifically. On the positive side, student swill consider philosophical approaches to understanding consciousness in terms of mental representations and will examine how cognitive science has re-conceptualized the role of consciousness in our brains. The course will also look at several interesting scientific discoveries and consciousness and discuss their philosophical significance.
Course Details
Date / Time
1/26/26 - 5/13/26
TuTh 2p.m. – 3:15p.m.
Location
Wheatley-Peters W01-0063
Credits
3
Session
Regular Academic Session
Class Dates
1/26/2026 - 5/13/2026
Location
Wheatley-Peters W01-0063
General Ed Requirements
Humanities
Enrolled / Capacity
36 / 36
Status
Closed