PHIL 320 - Logic and Critical Reasoning

    Recent Professors
    Dylan Mirek Popowicz, Dylan Popowicz
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2027, Fall 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Spring 2025
    Class Size
    Not published
    Difficulty
    5.0Moderateout of 10
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    None.
    Spring 2027 Sections
    View Spring 2027 sections of PHIL 320
    Transfers To
    CSUCSU GE Area A3
    Description
    This course introduces basic principles of good reasoning. It focuses on recognizing arguments and identifying their premises and conclusions. It examines the distinction between inductive and deductive standards of evaluation and includes an overview of types of inductive reasoning, deductive argument patterns, use and misuse of language, and fallacious reasoning. Practical application to everyday life is emphasized.
    Usually Held
    Tue Thu 10:30am–11:50am, Tue Thu 12:00pm–1:20pm