PHIL 6 - Introduction to Philosophy

    Recent Professors
    Leanne Dedrick, Michael Smith, Robert A. Garcia
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Spring 2026
    Class Size
    55 students
    Difficulty
    6.2Demandingout of 10
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    None
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 3B · IGETC Area 3B · CSU GE Area C2
    Description
    This course surveys the traditional philosophical problems of knowledge, logic, ethics, aesthetics, religion and metaphysics. A special emphasis is placed upon the ancient Greek philosophers as the foundational thinkers of Western civilization. The historical and conceptual links between ancient Greece and ancient India are discussed. Some relevant developments in medieval and modern philosophy are highlighted. Lecture Grading: Letter None Transfer Status: CSU/UC Degree Applicable: AA/AS COD GE: A3 CalGETC: 3B
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 2:00pm–3:20pm, Mon Wed 3:30pm–4:50pm, Tue Thu 5:15pm–6:35pm