LAPR 811 - Topics in Philosophy

Selected topics in Western philosophy. Focusing on developing an understanding of the arguments of selected Western philosophers and analyzing the various ideas they present. Some of the “big questions” that appear in philosophy - that questions concerning the nature of reality, the definition of terms such as “justice” and “happiness” and the meaning of “values” are examined. Primary sources comprise most of the readings.

Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: LACR 102

Credits: 3 cr, 3 hrs