PHIL 101 - Introduction to Philosophy

    Recent Professors
    sdixon@riohondo.edu, mdeering@riohondo.edu, jcosand@riohondo.edu, tpreston@riohondo.edu, MeRamirez@riohondo.edu
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026, Winter 2026, Fall 2025
    Class Size
    35–45 students
    Credits
    3
    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 introduces philosophical ideas and methods concerning knowledge, reality, and values. Expected topics include the sources and limits of knowledge and the nature of reality. Other topics that may be examined from a philosophical perspective include the nature of the self, truth, ethics, religion, science, language, beauty and art, political theory, and mind. This course is appropriate for students seeking a broader program of philosophical study or to fulfill a General Education Humanities or philosophy major requirement.
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 8:00am–9:25am, Tue Thu 8:00am–9:25am, Tue Thu 9:35am–11:05am