Philosophy

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PHIL 101 INTRODUCTION TO PHILOSOPHY 3 Units [Recommended Preparation: RDG 56 or the equivalent skill level as determined by the Southwestern College Reading Assessment or equivalent.] Introduction to the themes, issues, methodologies, practice of philosophy, and exploration of the nature of reality, the boundaries of knowledge, the origin and validity of values, and the meaning of existence utilizing historical, analytic, and critical approaches. Inquiry into the worlds wisdom traditions leading toward the cultivation of independent philosophical thought. [D; CSU; UC]
PHIL 101 Sections Offered
Cls No. Crs/Sect No. Time Days Room Instructor #Weeks #Seats
74452 PHIL 101 01 08:00AM-08:50AM MWF 705 Orozco,Alejandro 18 0*
MAIN CAMPUS - DAY Begins: 8/20/2012 Ends: 12/20/2012 *Open seats as of Wednesday, November 14, 2012 2:15 PM
74453 PHIL 101 05 08:00AM-09:15AM TTH 705 Abdelkader,Najah 18 7*
MAIN CAMPUS - DAY Begins: 8/20/2012 Ends: 12/20/2012 *Open seats as of Wednesday, November 14, 2012 2:15 PM
74454 PHIL 101 09 09:00AM-09:50AM MWF 705 Grosse,Perry 18 0*
MAIN CAMPUS - DAY Begins: 8/20/2012 Ends: 12/20/2012 *Open seats as of Wednesday, November 14, 2012 2:15 PM
74455 PHIL 101 11 09:00AM-09:50AM MWF 472 TerBest,James 18 3*
MAIN CAMPUS - DAY Begins: 8/20/2012 Ends: 12/20/2012 *Open seats as of Wednesday, November 14, 2012 2:15 PM
74456 PHIL 101 13 09:30AM-10:45AM TTH 705 Abdelkader,Najah 18 7*
MAIN CAMPUS - DAY Begins: 8/20/2012 Ends: 12/20/2012 *Open seats as of Wednesday, November 14, 2012 2:15 PM
74457 PHIL 101 15 10:00AM-10:50AM MWF 705 Orozco,Alejandro 18 0*
MAIN CAMPUS - DAY Begins: 8/20/2012 Ends: 12/20/2012 *Open seats as of Wednesday, November 14, 2012 2:15 PM
74458 PHIL 101 17 10:00AM-10:50AM MWF 1682 TerBest,James 18 0*
MAIN CAMPUS - DAY Begins: 8/20/2012 Ends: 12/20/2012 *Open seats as of Wednesday, November 14, 2012 2:15 PM
74459 PHIL 101 19 01:30PM-02:45PM MW 563A Spike,Ananda 18 0*
MAIN CAMPUS - DAY Begins: 8/20/2012 Ends: 12/20/2012 *Open seats as of Wednesday, November 14, 2012 2:15 PM
74460 PHIL 101 21 11:00AM-11:50AM MWF 705 Orozco,Alejandro 18 0*
MAIN CAMPUS - DAY Begins: 8/20/2012 Ends: 12/20/2012 *Open seats as of Wednesday, November 14, 2012 2:15 PM
74461 PHIL 101 22 11:00AM-11:50AM MWF 474 McGraw,Bruce 18 1*
MAIN CAMPUS - DAY Begins: 8/20/2012 Ends: 12/20/2012 *Open seats as of Wednesday, November 14, 2012 2:15 PM
74462 PHIL 101 23 12:00PM-01:15PM MW 705 McGraw,Bruce 18 5*
MAIN CAMPUS - DAY Begins: 8/20/2012 Ends: 12/20/2012 *Open seats as of Wednesday, November 14, 2012 2:15 PM
74463 PHIL 101 25 12:00PM-01:15PM TTH 477 Westbrook,James 18 0*
MAIN CAMPUS - DAY Begins: 8/20/2012 Ends: 12/20/2012 *Open seats as of Wednesday, November 14, 2012 2:15 PM
PHIL 103 LOGIC AND CRITICAL THINKING 3 Units Grade only. [Prerequisite: ENGL 115 or equivalent. Recommended Preparation: RDG 56 or the equivalent skill level as determined by the Southwestern College Reading Assessment or equivalent.] Develops the critical reading, writing, and reasoning skills necessary for both academic success and good citizenship. Introduces deductive and inductive reasoning and the logic of analysis, as well as the systematic study of fallacies in reasoning. Emphasizes the practical applications of logic in daily life. Includes analytical and argumentative writing exercises. [D; CSU; UC]
PHIL 103 Sections Offered
Cls No. Crs/Sect No. Time Days Room Instructor #Weeks #Seats
74470 PHIL 103 01 08:00AM-09:15AM TTH 564B Orozco,Alejandro 18 0*
MAIN CAMPUS - DAY Begins: 8/20/2012 Ends: 12/20/2012 *Open seats as of Wednesday, November 14, 2012 2:15 PM
74471 PHIL 103 03 10:00AM-10:50AM MWF 563A Moore,Jeffrey 18 3*
MAIN CAMPUS - DAY Begins: 8/20/2012 Ends: 12/20/2012 *Open seats as of Wednesday, November 14, 2012 2:15 PM
75049 PHIL 103 06 12:00PM-01:15PM MW 563A TerBest,James 18 0*
MAIN CAMPUS - DAY Begins: 8/20/2012 Ends: 12/20/2012 *Open seats as of Wednesday, November 14, 2012 2:15 PM
74473 PHIL 103 07 12:00PM-01:15PM TTH 1682 Orozco,Alejandro 18 0*
MAIN CAMPUS - DAY Begins: 8/20/2012 Ends: 12/20/2012 *Open seats as of Wednesday, November 14, 2012 2:15 PM
78519 PHIL 103 E2 10:00AM-11:15AM MTWTHF NAS Parello,Leila 483 2*
EXTENSION SITE - DAY Begins: 8/20/2012 Ends: 11/20/2021 This section is for the "South West Regional Apprenticeship Program." *Open seats as of Wednesday, November 14, 2012 2:15 PM
PHIL 106 WORLD RELIGIONS 3 Units [Recommended Preparation: RDG 56 or the equivalent skill level as determined by the Southwestern College Reading Assessment or equivalent.] Covers the philosophical significance of major themes in religious thought. Studies the comparative and contrasting features of major religious philosophies, including an examination of the historical background and contemporary outlook. [D; CSU; UC]
PHIL 106 Sections Offered
Cls No. Crs/Sect No. Time Days Room Instructor #Weeks #Seats
74476 PHIL 106 01 12:00PM-01:15PM TTH 563A Bolland,Peter 18 0*
MAIN CAMPUS - DAY Begins: 8/20/2012 Ends: 12/20/2012 *Open seats as of Wednesday, November 14, 2012 2:15 PM
74477 PHIL 106 03 09:30AM-10:45AM TTH 563A Bolland,Peter 18 0*
MAIN CAMPUS - DAY Begins: 8/20/2012 Ends: 12/20/2012 *Open seats as of Wednesday, November 14, 2012 2:15 PM
74478 PHIL 106 05 10:00AM-10:50AM MWF 463 Grosse,Perry 18 6*
MAIN CAMPUS - DAY Begins: 8/20/2012 Ends: 12/20/2012 *Open seats as of Wednesday, November 14, 2012 2:15 PM
PHIL 107 ASIAN PHILOSOPHY 3 Units [Recommended Preparation: RDG 56 or the equivalent skill level as determinded by the Southwestern College Reading Assessment or equivalent.] Explores the major philosophical traditions of central and East Asia, including Hinduism, Buddhism, Daoism, Confucianism, and the impact those traditions have on Asian culture. Examines the patterns of Asian philosophy leading toward the cultivation of a greater appreciation of non-Western philosophical thought. [D; CSU; UC]
PHIL 107 Sections Offered
Cls No. Crs/Sect No. Time Days Room Instructor #Weeks #Seats
74481 PHIL 107 01 01:30PM-02:45PM TTH 563A Bolland,Peter 18 0*
MAIN CAMPUS - DAY Begins: 8/20/2012 Ends: 12/20/2012 *Open seats as of Wednesday, November 14, 2012 2:15 PM
PHIL 120 ETHICS: THEORY AND PRACTICE 3 Units Recommended Preparation: PHIL 101 and 103, or equivalent; RDG 56 or the equivalent skill level as determined by the Southwestern College Reading Assessment or equivalent. Covers critical examination of the basis of morality. Analyzes various ethical theories in terms of their origin, development, and application. Discusses the application of ethical theories to current and moral issues. D; CSU; UC EFFECTIVE FALL 2009 [Recommended Preparation: PHIL 101 and 103, or equivalent; RDG 56 or the equivalent skill level as determined by the Southwestern College Reading Assessment or equivalent.] Covers critical examination of the basis of morality. Analyzes various ethical theories in terms of their origin, development, and application. Discusses the application of ethical theories to current and moral issues. [D; CSU; UC]
PHIL 120 Sections Offered
Cls No. Crs/Sect No. Time Days Room Instructor #Weeks #Seats
74482 PHIL 120 01 09:00AM-09:50AM MWF 563A Moore,Jeffrey 18 7*
MAIN CAMPUS - DAY Begins: 8/20/2012 Ends: 12/20/2012 *Open seats as of Wednesday, November 14, 2012 2:15 PM
Total Courses: 5 Total Sections: 22
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