{ "college": "san-diego-miramar-college", "edition": "2026-2027", "code": "PHIL", "name": "Philosophy", "sourceUrl": "https://sdccd.curriqunet.com/catalog/iq/20814/20885/20887/20815/20868", "courses": [ { "code": "PHIL 100", "subject": "PHIL", "number": "100", "title": "Logic and Critical Thinking", "units": "3", "hours": "48 - 54 hours lecture", "advisory": "ENGL C1000 with a Grade of \"C\" or better, or equivalent or ENGL 105 with a Grade of \"C\" or better, or equivalent", "cid": [], "transfer": [], "description": "This course explores the relationship of communications and critical thinking with a focus on good reasoning and impediments to its mastery. It emphasizes the development of skills in logical analysis including familiarity with the more common fallacies. This course is designed for students learning to apply principles of critical thinking to the practical problems of everyday life.", "notes": [ "Grading: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass" ], "offered": [ { "term": "fall-2026", "name": "Fall 2026", "sections": 1, "open": 1, "url": "/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/phil/#phil-100", "subject": "PHIL" }, { "term": "spring-2027", "name": "Spring 2027", "sections": 1, "open": 1, "url": "/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/phil/#phil-100", "subject": "PHIL" } ] }, { "code": "PHIL 101", "subject": "PHIL", "number": "101", "title": "Symbolic Logic", "units": "3", "hours": "48 - 54 hours lecture", "advisory": "ENGL C1000 with a Grade of \"C\" or better, or equivalent", "cid": [], "transfer": [], "description": "This course is a study of the elements of symbolic logic, sentential calculus and quantification theory. Topics include identity, definite descriptions, natural deduction and structure of language. This course is intended for philosophy majors and students pursuing studies in computer science.", "notes": [ "Grading: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass" ], "offered": [] }, { "code": "PHIL 102A", "subject": "PHIL", "number": "102A", "title": "Introduction to Philosophy: Reality and Knowledge", "units": "3", "hours": "48 - 54 hours lecture", "advisory": "ENGL C1000 with a Grade of \"C\" or better, or equivalent or ENGL 105 with a Grade of \"C\" or better, or equivalent", "cid": [], "transfer": [], "description": "This course is an introductory study of the aims, methods, types and problems of philosophy and philosophical inquiry. Emphasis is placed on the nature of reality and knowledge. Materials for this survey of philosophy may draw from classical and contemporary thinkers. Students are encouraged to articulate, analyze, and evaluate their own beliefs/positions in the context of meaningful philosophical inquiry. This course is intended for anyone concerned with human existence and humanity's place in the universe.", "notes": [ "Grading: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass" ], "offered": [ { "term": "fall-2026", "name": "Fall 2026", "sections": 5, "open": 4, "url": "/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/phil/#phil-102a", "subject": "PHIL" }, { "term": "spring-2027", "name": "Spring 2027", "sections": 5, "open": 5, "url": "/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/phil/#phil-102a", "subject": "PHIL" } ] }, { "code": "PHIL 102B", "subject": "PHIL", "number": "102B", "title": "Introduction to Philosophy: Values", "units": "3", "hours": "48 - 54 hours lecture", "advisory": "ENGL C1000 with a Grade of \"C\" or better, or equivalent or ENGL 105 with a Grade of \"C\" or better, or equivalent", "cid": [], "transfer": [], "description": "This course provides an introductory study of the aims, methods, types, and problems of philosophy focusing on values and their place in an individual's daily life. Materials for this survey may be drawn from classical and contemporary thinkers. Students are encouraged to articulate, analyze, and evaluate their own beliefs/positions in the context of meaningful philosophical inquiry regarding value theory. This course is for anyone interested in the origin and justification of values and their application to everyday life.", "notes": [ "Grading: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass" ], "offered": [ { "term": "fall-2026", "name": "Fall 2026", "sections": 4, "open": 3, "url": "/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/phil/#phil-102b", "subject": "PHIL" }, { "term": "spring-2027", "name": "Spring 2027", "sections": 2, "open": 2, "url": "/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/phil/#phil-102b", "subject": "PHIL" } ] }, { "code": "PHIL 104A", "subject": "PHIL", "number": "104A", "title": "History Of Western Philosophy: Ancient to Medieval", "units": "3", "hours": "48 - 54 hours lecture", "advisory": "ENGL C1000 with a Grade of \"C\" or better, or equivalent or ENGL 105 with a Grade of \"C\" or better, or equivalent", "cid": [], "transfer": [], "description": "This course is an introduction to the issues and problems exemplified in the process of meaningful philosophical activity related to the history of western philosophy from the pre-Socratics to the close of the Medieval age. Students in this course survey representative theories and philosophical reflections related to the history of early western philosophy. Students are encouraged to engage in independent research, analysis and formulation. This course is intended for students pursuing studies in History and Humanities, and anyone interested in the history of western philosophy.", "notes": [ "Grading: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass" ], "offered": [] }, { "code": "PHIL 107", "subject": "PHIL", "number": "107", "title": "Reflections on Human Nature", "units": "3", "hours": "48 - 54 hours lecture", "advisory": "ENGL C1000 with a Grade of \"C\" or better, or equivalent or ENGL 105 with a Grade of \"C\" or better, or equivalent", "cid": [], "transfer": [], "description": "This course is an introductory study of the issues and problems exemplified in the process of meaningful philosophical activity relating to the topic of human nature. Students in this course survey representative theories and philosophical reflections relating to the notions of human nature, the individual person, and human characteristics in general. Material for this survey may be drawn from classical and contemporary thinkers or scientific and religious orientations. Students are encouraged to engage in independent research, analysis and formulation. This course is intended for students pursuing studies in behavioral and/or social sciences.", "notes": [ "Grading: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass" ], "offered": [] }, { "code": "PHIL 109", "subject": "PHIL", "number": "109", "title": "Issues in Social Philosophy", "units": "3", "hours": "48 - 54 hours lecture", "advisory": "ENGL C1000 with a Grade of \"C\" or better, or equivalent or ENGL 105 with a Grade of \"C\" or better, or equivalent", "cid": [], "transfer": [], "description": "This course is an introduction to the issues and problems exemplified in the process of meaningful philosophical activity related to social philosophy. Students in this course survey representative theories and philosophical reflections related to the notions of social ethics and concepts in social philosophy such as types of government, the issues of sovereignty, natural law and natural rights, the philosophy of law, and issues of justice. Students are encouraged to engage in independent research, analysis and formulation. This course is intended for students pursuing studies in pre-law, and/or political, behavioral or social sciences, and anyone interested in social philosophy.", "notes": [ "Grading: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass" ], "offered": [ { "term": "spring-2027", "name": "Spring 2027", "sections": 1, "open": 1, "url": "/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/phil/#phil-109", "subject": "PHIL" } ] }, { "code": "PHIL 131", "subject": "PHIL", "number": "131", "title": "Environmental Ethics", "units": "3", "hours": "48 - 54 hours lecture", "advisory": "ENGL C1000 with a Grade of \"C\" or better, or equivalent or ENGL 105 with a Grade of \"C\" or better, or equivalent and PHIL 100 with a Grade of \"C\" or better, or equivalent", "cid": [], "transfer": [], "description": "This course allows students to gain an understanding of the field of moral philosophy as it pertains to environmental issues. Ethical theories are analyzed through application to issues such as: population growth, future generations, biodiversity, animal rights, pollution, energy use and consumption. This course is intended for students interested in Sustainability, Environmental Science, Philosophy, Biology, Sociology, Geology, Ecology, and Peace Studies.", "notes": [ "Grading: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass" ], "offered": [ { "term": "fall-2026", "name": "Fall 2026", "sections": 1, "open": 1, "url": "/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/phil/#phil-131", "subject": "PHIL" } ] }, { "code": "PHIL 205", "subject": "PHIL", "number": "205", "title": "Critical Thinking and Writing in Philosophy", "units": "3", "hours": "48 - 54 hours lecture", "prerequisite": "ENGL C1000 with a Grade of \"C\" or better, or equivalent or ENGL 105 with a Grade of \"C\" or better, or equivalent", "cid": [], "transfer": [], "description": "This critical thinking and writing seminar in Philosophy is designed to enhance the student's critical thinking, writing, and research skills in preparation for upper division academic activity. Issues addressed in this class may involve various areas of human experience and aspiration: metaphysical, cosmological, scientific, political, ethical, aesthetic, and religious. Together with the application of basic principles of deduction and induction, special attention is given to identifying and avoiding fallacies in reasoning, and to techniques and aids to research, reasoning, and writing. This course is designed for students who want to hone their writing and critical thinking skills in Philosophy.", "notes": [ "Grading: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass" ], "offered": [ { "term": "fall-2026", "name": "Fall 2026", "sections": 4, "open": 2, "url": "/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/phil/#phil-205", "subject": "PHIL" }, { "term": "spring-2027", "name": "Spring 2027", "sections": 3, "open": 3, "url": "/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/phil/#phil-205", "subject": "PHIL" } ] } ] }