Should I take Greek Philosophy w/out any experience in philosophy?

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<p>At Harold Washington College in Chicago where I would take the class, it's listed as Phil 201. Here is the course description:</p>

<p>PHILOSOPHY 201
Greek Philosophy to the Renaissance
Introduction to philosophical problems encountered in science, ethics, politics, and art. Readings from Plato, Aristotle, St. Augustine, St. Thomas, St. Bonaventure, and other Renaissance thinkers. Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course. Prerequisite: Placement Test, or English 100 with a grade of C or better, or Consent of Department Chairperson.
150 minutes per week. 3 credit hours.</p>

<p>But then when registering for the class it says this:</p>

<p>Class Notes:</p>

<p>This is a second year Phil course and will prepare you for graduation and/or your junior year at a 4 year college or university. Successful completion or concurrent enrollment in English 102, or previous experience in another heavy writing/reading course, is strongly advised.</p>

<p>I passed English 102 last semester with an A, but the reading material was difficult (Some psychology and sociology stuff).</p>

<h2>What should I do?</h2>

<p>I do apologize to the moderators if this thread is in the wrong area. I just couldn't find a specific area to post this.</p>

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<p>I was puzzled to see that Phil 201 isn’t included in [the</a> course list for the HWC Great Books program](<a href=“City Colleges of Chicago - Maintenance”>City Colleges of Chicago - Maintenance), as English 102 is… However, it sounds like a similar experience. The readings will certainly be intense, touching on some very deep and fundamental issues, and with any luck the class discussions will be as well. So if you’re looking for “intense,” then this is probably a good choice; if you’re looking for more of a placeholder elective, it might not be a good choice. :)</p>

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<p>This is material that I read in my first year, and no one thought to give me a warning note. You’ve also admitted that although you found the material in your prior English course difficult, you still finished with an excellent mark. I’m sure you’ll be fine.</p>