PHIL 2 - Critical Reasoning and Analytic Writing

    Recent Professors
    A. Ekizian Barton, G. Cantu, J. McMichael, K. McCutcheon
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026
    Class Size
    30–31 students
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    ENGL C1000
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of PHIL 2
    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 1B · IGETC Area 1B · CSU GE Area A3
    Description
    This course examines the principles and methods of good reasoning and analytic writing, emphasizing deductive logic (including formal techniques of sentential logic), thesis-driven argumentation, and research strategies. Student will learn how to identify arguments, develop and assess basic deductive and inductive written arguments, common fallacies, and apply each element to various areas of study and real-world situations. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)
    Usually Held
    Tue Thu 9:30am–10:45am, Mon Wed 1:00pm–2:15pm, Mon Wed 11:00am–12:20pm, Mon Wed 7:00am–8:15am