Thinking and Reasoning
Overview
Subject area
PHI
Catalog Number
101
Course Title
Thinking and Reasoning
Department(s)
Description
In this course, the student will become familiar with the vocabulary of philosophical thinking and develop thinking and logical reasoning skills needed for academic performance. Study topics will include: reasoning, analysis of arguments, forms and uses of inferences, assertions, explanations, generalizations, analogies, and fallacies. The examination of the topics discussed will serve to facilitate the application of clear thinking and logical reasoning to the student's mental, verbal, and writing process.
Typically Offered
Fall, Spring
Academic Career
Undergraduate
Liberal Arts
Yes
Credits
Minimum Units
3
Maximum Units
3
Academic Progress Units
3
Repeat For Credit
No
Components
Name
Lecture
Hours
3
Requisites
011233