Introduction to Logic — Peking University

Peking University

A comprehensive introduction to logic from Peking University, taught by award-winning Professor Chen Bo. Covers propositional logic, term logic, predicate logic, and inductive logic with a focus on both logical techniques and the philosophical ideas behind them.

Duration

30 hours

Level

Beginner

Deadline

No Deadline

🌐 Available Languages: 中文
📅 Last Updated: 2026-03-24

📋 Prerequisites

No prior knowledge of logic or philosophy required. Chinese language proficiency is needed as the course is taught in Chinese.

👥 Who Should Take This Course

  • University students seeking to strengthen logical thinking skills
  • Philosophy enthusiasts interested in formal logic foundations
  • Professionals wanting to improve critical thinking and reasoning
  • Chinese-speaking learners exploring logic and argumentation

📚 What You Will Learn

1

Logic as the Science of Reasoning and Argumentation

2

Propositional Logic: Connectives, Truth Tables, and Proofs

3

Term Logic: Categorical Propositions and Syllogisms

4

Predicate Logic: Quantifiers and Formal Deduction

5

Inductive Logic: Probability and Scientific Reasoning

6

Logical Fallacies and Critical Thinking Applications

🏛️ About the Institution — Peking University

Peking University (PKU), founded in 1898, is China's first national comprehensive university. Ranked among the top 20 universities worldwide, PKU is renowned for its excellence in humanities, sciences, and philosophy.

Founded

1898

Location

Beijing, China

Recognition

QS World Ranking #17 (2026)

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Is this Peking University logic course free?
Yes, the course is available for free on the Chinese MOOC platform (icourse163). You can access all lectures and materials at no cost and receive a certificate upon completion.
Is the course taught in English or Chinese?
The course is taught entirely in Chinese (Mandarin). It is designed for Chinese-speaking learners and hosted on the Chinese MOOC platform icourse163.
Who teaches this course?
The course is taught by Professor Chen Bo, a distinguished professor of philosophy at Peking University specializing in logic and analytic philosophy. His logic teaching has received the Peking University Outstanding Teaching Achievement Award.

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