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
GEM Humanistic and Artistic Ways 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
GEM Humanistic and Artistic Ways 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:
- demonstrate how the arts, philosophy, or languages reflect and shape humanity and the values of cultures.
- analyze major artistic and philosophical works from representative periods and movements.
- recognize and gain an understanding of cultural diversity as reflected in languages, the arts, or philosophy.
- develop the skills to critically evaluate artistic and philosophical works and their contribution to the human experience.
- possess the skills to initiate and sustain conversations in which they can communicate competently at the level appropriate to their language exposure and experience.
V. Topical Outline (Course Content)
VI. Delivery Methodologies