Philosophy

Courses

Course descriptions are available in the Catalog. Review the Class Schedule for class dates and times. A sampling of courses for this discipline includes:

• PHIL-100 Introduction to Philosophy
• PHIL-101 Ancient Philosophy
• PHIL-102 Modern Philosophy
• PHIL-104 Logic
• PHIL-106 Ethics
• PHIL-107 Practical Reasoning
• PHIL-109A Understanding the Old Testament
• PHIL-109B Understanding the New Testament
• PHIL-110 Introduction to Asian Religions
• PHIL-112 Introduction to Western Religions
• PHIL-114 Introduction to Islam

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the courses in this discipline, the student will have acquired the following knowledge and skills:

• Define key terms of the philosophical vocabulary relevant to the course.
• Distinguish different areas of philosophy and philosophical methodology.
• Understand some of the diverse assumptions and values that shape our experiences and attitudes.
• Read at a comprehension level that is appropriate for a college student.
• Write an argumentative essay.
• Think critically assess real world issues, and the various perspectives on them.
• Evaluate good and bad arguments.
• Understand and communicate abstract ideas.

Career Opportunities

Please visit the Counseling Department and Student Success Center for information.

Transfer Information

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Faculty

Full-time

• Wayne Yuen

Part-time

• Thomas O’Neill
• Dr. Hafiz Siddiqi
• Joseph Steinke
• Wayne Yuen

Division

Humanities, Social Sciences, and Mathematics Division.