Complete College Catalog 2011-2012 - Rio Hondo College

PHILOSOPHY
DIVISION OF BEHAVIORAL & SOCIAL SCIENCE
ASSOCIATE OF ARTS DEGREE
The Associate of Arts Degree in Philosophy is
designed to provide a broad introduction to
philosophy for those interested in building a
foundation for an eventual Bachelor’s Degree in
Philosophy from a four year college or university,
or for those seeking a structured exploration of
philosophy for other reasons.
To acquire the Associate of Arts Degree in
Philosophy, it is necessary to complete the graduation
requirements of the College along with the
following courses with a grade of “C” or better:
Required Courses Units
PHIL 101
OR
*PHIL 101H Introduction to Philosophy ..........3
PHIL 112 Introduction to Logic ....................3
PHIL 120 Introduction to Ethics ...................3
PHIL 124 History of Philosophy:
Ancient .......................................3
PHIL 126 History of Philosophy:
Modern.......................................3
Choose 3 units from the following
PHIL 110 Critical Thinking............................3
PHIL 128/
POLS 128 Introduction to Political
Philosophy .................................3
PHIL 135 Philosophy & Contemporary
Issues ..........................................3
PHIL 140 Philosophy of Religion .................3
PHIL 150 Introduction to World
Religions ....................................3
Units Required 18
*Prerequisite
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