PHIL& 115 - Critical Thinking

Credits: 5
Introduces students to informal non-symbolic logic and critical thinking. Sample topics include language analysis, inductive reasoning, statistical analysis, causal reasoning, arguments from analogy and fallacious patterns of reasoning. Students examine arguments in real-life situations which allows for a more willing exchange of ideas through asking questions, constructing arguments, and engaging in reasoned discussion.

Prerequisite: Eligible for ENGL 099 or instructor’s permission.
Satisfies Requirement: Humanities/Fine Arts/English