Critical Thinking Phil 110

Critical Thinking focuses on the techniques of rational inference and analytical judgment. These include the practical application of informal logic (arguing cogently and recognizing common informal fallacies), the analysis of formal patterns of reasoning (syllogistic and propositional logic), and some distinctive analytical methods used in scientific and professional disciplines. This is an entry-level course providing students with the competencies that are requisite to successful career growth and life-long learning, specifically, thinking clearly, reasoning logically, and arguing powerfully.