PHIL 103 Introduction to Ethics
Ethics is an examination of moral problems and study of the concepts, principles, and theories used to clarify them. This course will include readings in both classical and modern ethical theory, with emphasis on personal and contemporary applications.
General Education Competency
Humanistic & Artistic Way of Knowing
PHIL 103Introduction to Ethics
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I. General Information
Department
English, Languages, and Philosophy
II. Course Specification
Course Type
General Education
General Education Competency
Humanistic & Artistic Way of Knowing
Credit Hours Narrative
3 Credits
Semester Contact Hours Lecture
48
Grading Method
Letter grade
III. Catalog Course Description
Ethics is an examination of moral problems and study of the concepts, principles, and theories used to clarify them. This course will include readings in both classical and modern ethical theory, with emphasis on personal and contemporary applications.
IV. Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, a student will be able to:
- Develop and examine their personal moral outlook.
- Identify major figures in the study of Ethics.
- Recognize important ideas within primary and secondary texts.
- Trace ethical principles through historical and contemporary society.
- Compare and contrast thinkers.
- Practice integrating ethical principles into discussions about moral questions.
- Participate in philosophical discussion.
V. Topical Outline (Course Content)
VI. Delivery Methodologies