Computer science from a philosophy point of view

Content

The lecture covers fundamental concepts of Computer Science as developed by the Philosophy of Science. The aim of the lecture is to impart a better understanding of these old, but still highly relevant concepts. Content:

Abstraction and Concretion

Object language / Meta language

Schema (Types) and Instances

Predication and Extension /Intension

Inheritance

Data Models

Mereology

Integration of Information Systems

Ontologies

Target audience

Students of computer science

Further information

Time: usually each term

Language: German or English

Hours per week (SWS): 2

Credits (ECTS): 3

Examination: (un)graded Schein, diploma

Contact: Prof. Dr. H. Wedekind