PHIL 001 - INTRODUCTION TO PHILOSOPHY

    Recent Professors
    Joseph Hwang, Albert Shin, Edward Feser, Vanessa Schulz, Sanja Morris, Kelby Accardi-Harrison, James Singer, Jonathan Miller and 1 more
    Recent Semesters
    Winter 2027, Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026, Winter 2026
    Class Size
    30–35 students
    Credits
    3
    Winter 2027 Sections
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    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 3B · IGETC Area 3B · CSU GE Area C2
    Description
    A survey of the main areas of philosophy, including metaphysics, epistemology, ethics, political philosophy, and philosophy of religion. Introduction to philosophical methods, including logical and conceptual analysis. Interpretation of historical and contemporary philosophical texts. Evaluation of philosophical problems, concepts, and arguments. Construction and defense of philosophical arguments in oral and written form. No credit if taken after PHIL 001H . Total of 54 hours lecture.
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 10:30am–11:55am, Mon Wed 12:15pm–1:40pm, Mon Wed 8:45am–10:10am, Tue Thu 10:30am–11:55am