PHILO 130 - Logic and Critical Thinking

    Recent Professors
    Jacob Van Vleet, Robert Abele
    Recent Semesters
    2027SP, 2026SP, 2026FA
    Class Size
    Not published
    Difficulty
    8.2Heavyout of 10
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    ENGL C1000 - Academic Reading and Writing ENGL-C1000 or equivalent
    2027SP Sections
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    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 1B · IGETC Area 8A · IGETC Area 1B · CSU GE Area A3
    Description
    This course introduces students to the principles of inductive and deductive inference and their practical applications in everyday situations such as problem solving and evaluation of arguments. The uses of language, formal and informal fallacies, syllogistic argument forms, and scientific method will be examined. Additional emphasis is placed on developing the ability to integrate the principles of critical thinking with the techniques of effective written argument.
    Usually Held
    Tue 2:30pm–3:55pm