ISL101 Mantiq (Logic) and Critical Reasoning (8)
CSU Discipline Area: Theology (THEOL)
Duration: One session
Abstract:
This subject will introduce students to the Islamic literature of mantiq (logic) and critical reasoning. Historically Muslim logicians were able to develop a distinct system of logic, uniquely suited for examining concepts, ideas, and strictures rooted in divine revelation. Such scholars and their writings will be studied in this subject. In addition, students will develop the skills to differentiate between valid and invalid and sound and unsound arguments. They will also practice and develop skills in constructing sound logical arguments and in applying critical reasoning in their writing and research.
+ Subject Availability Modes and Locations
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| Distance * | United Theological College |
*This subject offering contains a residential school. Please view following information for further details.
Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: ISL101
Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.
Objectives:
Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
- be able to demonstrate an understanding of the role of mantiq (logic) in Islam
- be able to demonstrate an appreciation for Muslim scholars of mantiq (logic)
- be able to apply mantiq (logic) in their writing
- be able to demonstrate an understanding of the different types of critical reasoning used in Islamic Studies
- be able to apply critical reasoning in their writing
- be able to demonstrate the ability to construct logical arguments
- be able to identify and analyse the nature of arguments and logical fallacies
Syllabus:
The subject will cover the following topics:
- The role of mantiq (logic) in Islam
- Muslim scholars of mantiq (logic)
- Comtemporary analysis of mantiq (logic) in the Muslim world
- Mantiq (logic) in Islamic Studies
- Writing skills
- Critical reasoning and constructing arguments
- Deductive reasoning
- Inductive reasoning
- Analysis of logical fallacies
Residential School
This subject contains a optional 2 day residential school.
The purpose of the optional residential school is to provide an opportunity for exploration of the overall coursework covered. In addition to content review, this part of the course aims to facilitate an interactive session between the lecturer and students.
Students will be involved in small group discussion, lectures, visual presentations and one-on-one sessions with the subject coordinator to address any issues that may arise. Material and summary content covered in this session will be a valuable contribution towards the major assessment tasks.
The information contained in the 2013 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 24 April 2013. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.