Course Catalog Information (24-25)
PHIL 3
Critical Thinking and Writing
Course Description
This course is an introduction to the study of argumentation, critical evaluation, the structure of language in written composition, and research techniques. Practical applications of critical thinking skills in everyday situations such as moral thinking, problem-solving, and the evaluation of arguments. Additionally, arguments will be studied within the context of philosophical issues, texts, and subject matter. A major research paper is also required for the course.
Student Learning Outcomes
- Identify and analyze a variety of rhetorical and argumentative techniques.
- Analyze and assess a variety of rhetorical and argumentative texts.
- Develop your own complex arguments.
- Demonstrate an application of these tools to one's own actions and decisions.
Course Details
- Units
- 5 Units
- Hours
- Weekly Lecture Hours: 5
- Weekly Lab Hours: 0
- Gen Ed
- General Education Class
- Program Status
- Program Applicable
- Credit
- Credit - Degree Applicable
- Transferability
- Transferable to both UC and CSU
- Grading Method
- Letter Grading
Requisite and Advisory
- Prerequisite(s)
- EWRT 1A or EWRT 1AH or ESL 5
- Corequisite(s)
- Advisory(ies)
Limitations on Enrollment and Entrance Skills
- Limitation(s) on Enrollment
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