Philosophy, AA

Behavioral and Social Sciences Division
www.elcamino.edu/academics/behavioralsocial

The degree provides students with a foundation in philosophical inquiry. Upon successful completion, students will understand the major concepts and issues that have shaped philosophical traditions. This will include the ability to critically analyze contemporary social and moral issues and to assess the influential positions on theories of truth and the nature of reality. The student will also be able to analyze the logical structure of arguments and the rules of critical reasoning in their own and others’ writing and thinking. Competencies will be assessed regularly through examinations, projects, and written reports. This major prepares students to pursue careers in education, law, health, and other fields where analytical skills are required.

Required Core: 6 units

PHIL 106 - Introduction to Symbolic Logic 3 units
PHIL 101 - Introduction to Philosophy 3 units
or
PHIL 101H - Honors Introduction to Philosophy 3 units
or
PHIL 103 - Ethics and Society 3 units

6 units from:

PHIL 111 - History of Ancient and Medieval Philosophy 3 units
PHIL 112 - History of Modern Philosophy 3 units
PHIL 113 - Contemporary Philosophy 3 units

6 units from:

HIST 140 - History of Early Civilizations 3 units
HIST 141 - History of Modern Civilizations 3 units
PHIL 105 - Critical Thinking and Discourse 3 units
or
PHIL 105H - Honors Critical Thinking and Discourse 3 units
PHIL 107 - Philosophy of Religion 3 units
PHIL 114 - Asian Philosophy 3 units
PHIL 115 - Existentialism 3 units
PHIL 117 - Political Philosophy 3 units
or
POLI 7 - Political Philosophy 3 units

Total Units: 18

Note: PHIL 117 is the same course as POLI 7 .

Preparation for the Philosophy Transfer Major

For information on specific university major requirements, please obtain a transfer curriculum guide sheet in the Counseling Services Center, consult with your counselor, or visit the Transfer Center. You may use the transfer major requirements to help you fulfill your associate degree requirements.