PHIL 102A - Introduction to Philosophy: Reality and Knowledge

    Recent Professors
    Thomas Eric Gustafson, Lucia Foglia, James William Symington IV, Adam Joseph Crawley, Anthony John Pettina, Alexander E. Scavone, David Joseph Rich, Scott Marcus and 13 more
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Summer 2025
    Class Size
    37–45 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 is an introductory study of the aims, methods, types and problems of philosophy and philosophical inquiry. Emphasis is placed on the nature of reality and knowledge. Materials for this survey of philosophy may draw from classical and contemporary thinkers. Students are encouraged to articulate, analyze, and evaluate their own beliefs/positions in the context of meaningful philosophical inquiry. This course is intended for anyone concerned with human existence and humanity's place in the universe.
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 11:10am–12:35pm, Mon Wed 9:35am–11:00am, Tue Thu 11:10am–12:35pm, Tue Thu 12:45pm–2:10pm