PH4: Logic I Short Title: Full Title: Module Code: Valid From: Administrator: Module Coordinator: Description: Logic I Logic I PH4 NFQ Level: 8 ECTS Credits: Module Aims: To introduce students to the study of logic and the nature of logical thinking and to alert them to how logical fallacies occur. Learning Outcomes: On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to Learning Outcomes Associated Programme Outcomes On completing this course, students will be able to: MOI develop the ability to think critically. PO2 MO2 recognise the nature and construction of arguments. PO4 MO3 discover how logical fallacies arise. PO6 MO4 recognise the importance of logic for rational thinking. 5 PO8 PH4: Logic I Pre-requisite Learning Module Recommendations This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section Requirements This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section Indicative Context Assessment Breakdown Written Examination: MOI Essay: MO2 Seminar: MO4 % 50% 30% 20% Coursework Breakdown Type Description Workload Type Lecture Independent Learning Library Assignment Outcome addressed % of Total Assessment Date Full-Time Hours per semester Description Lecturing input Self-directed reading and revision Self and tutor-directed reading of course material Researching, structuring information, writing up Hours Total Workload PH4: Logic I Resources Essential Book Resources Essential Article/Paper Resources Other Resources Module Managers & Teachers Module Coordinators Semester Semester One Semester Two Module Teachers Staff Member Staff Member Staff Number Staff Number