PHIL 8 - Modern Philosophy

    Recent Professors
    Andrew Rehfeld, Timothy Chatman
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2026
    Class Size
    45 students
    Credits
    3
    Spring 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 3B · IGETC Area 3B · CSU GE Area C2
    Description
    This course addresses 17th and 18th century philosophy with an emphasis on metaphysical, epistemological, political, and psychological developments of rationalism and empiricism in philosophical thought. This course covers thinkers from Descartes to Kant and may include approximate precursors and successors. Recommended Preparation: ENGL 1A.