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College of the Siskiyous
PHIL1001 - Introduction to Philosophy
Course Description
This course introduces students to major philosophical issues and methodologies. Topics include the value of philosophy, ancient Greek philosophy, rationalists and empiricists, philosophy of science, philosophy of mind, philosophy of happiness, justice, utilitarianism, libertarianism, and the philosophy of John Rawls. (AA, CSU, UC)
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Tuition & Fees
Tuition:$138.00
Tuition and mandatory fees only. Financial aid may apply. Please contact your local Financial Aid Office for details.
Location
Online
Units
3.0 semester units
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Course Sections
Seat counts change rapidly, these numbers may not reflect current seat availability.
Winter 2026 - Semester
Jan 2 to Jan 24
section:
1010
Format:
Time:
TBA
Professor(s):
Timothy Chatman
Live Seat Count:
0 available seats
- (about 2 months ago)
Section notes:
This course introduces students to major philosophical issues and methodologies. Topics include the value of philosophy, ancient Greek philosophy, rationalists and empiricists, philosophy of science, philosophy of mind, philosophy of happiness, justice, utilitarianism, libertarianism, and the philosophy of John Rawls. (AA, CSU, UC)
Tuition:$138.00
Already Started
Spring 2026 - Semester
Jan 26 to May 21
section:
3088
Format:
Time:
TBA
Professor(s):
Timothy Chatman
Live Seat Count:
9 available seats
- (about 8 hours ago)
Section notes:
This course introduces students to major philosophical issues and methodologies. Topics include the value of philosophy, ancient Greek philosophy, rationalists and empiricists, philosophy of science, philosophy of mind, philosophy of happiness, justice, utilitarianism, libertarianism, and the philosophy of John Rawls. (AA, CSU, UC)
Tuition:$138.00
Already Started
Summer 2025 - Semester
Jul 7 to Aug 7
section:
5031
Format:
Time:
TBA
Professor(s):
Timothy Chatman
Live Seat Count:
0 available seats
- (6 months ago)
Section notes:
Students enrolling in this section will need effective computer skills with reliable internet access. This course may use an online proctoring service, Honorlock, that requires the use of a webcam during exams and quizzes. There is no charge for the proctoring service, but students may be asked to provide their own webcam. Check the COS online course website at www.siskiyous.edu/online prior to the first day of the semester for specific course information.
Tuition:$138.00
Already Started
Fall 2025 - Semester
Aug 18 to Dec 11
section:
7220
Format:
Time:
TBA
Professor(s):
Timothy Chatman
Live Seat Count:
15 available seats
- (about 1 month ago)
Section notes:
Students enrolling in this section will need effective computer skills with reliable internet access. This course may use an online proctoring service, Honorlock, that requires the use of a webcam during exams and quizzes. There is no charge for the proctoring service, but students may be asked to provide their own webcam. Check the COS online course website at www.siskiyous.edu/online prior to the first day of the semester for specific course information.
Tuition:$138.00
Already Started
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