Philosophy Courses
Introduction to Modern and Contemporary Philosophy
(Offered fall and spring). Prerequisites: ENC1101 and PHI2010 or PHH 2060 with a minimum grade of "C." (Meets Philosophy/Religion Humanities requirement.) This course presents an in-depth focus into modern and contemporary philosophy. Through a variety of selected readings the student will be introduced to some of the major philosophies and philosophers from the modern and contemporary periods. This course is a Gordon Rule writing course in which student will produce extensive college-level writing and which requires completion with a minimum grade of "C."
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Honors Modern And Contemporary Philosophy
(Offered fall and spring). Prerequisites: ENC1101 and PHI2010 or PHH 2060 with a minimum grade of "C." (Meets Philosophy/Religion Humanities requirement.) This course presents an in-depth focus into modern and contemporary philosophy. Through a variety of selected readings the student will be introduced to some of the major philosophies and philosophers from the modern and contemporary periods. This course is a Gordon Rule writing course in which student will produce extensive college-level writing and which requires completion with a minimum grade of "C."
Credit hours: 3
Introduction to Philosophy
(Offered fall, spring, and summer). Prerequisite: ENC1101 with a minimum grade of "C." (Meets Philosophy/Religion Humanities requirement.) This is a foundation course in philosophy. Students will learn about topic such as epistemology, metaphysics, and ethics. The course introduces the methods of philosophy, addresses some major philosophical questions and examines the views of various philosophers from around the world. This course is a Gordon Rule writing course in which students will produce extensive college-level writing and requires completion with a minimum grade of "C."
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Ethics
(Offered fall, spring, and summer). Prerequisite: ENC1101 with a minimum grade of "C." (Meets Philosophy/Religion Humanities requirement.) This course is a critical evaluation of the major theories of moral values. Throughout the course, emphasis is on the application of theory to contemporary ethical problems. This course is a Gordon Rule writing course in which students will produce extensive college-level writing and which requires completion with a minimum grade of "C."
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Honors Ethics
(Offered fall, spring, and summer). Prerequisite: ENC1101 with a minimum grade of "C." (Meets Philosophy/Religion Humanities requirement.) This course is a critical evaluation of the major theories of moral values. Throughout the course, emphasis is on the application of theory to contemporary ethical problems. This course is a Gordon Rule writing course in which students will produce extensive college-level writing and which requires completion with a minimum grade of 'C.'
Credit hours: 3
Environmental Ethics
(Offered fall and spring). Prerequisite: ENC1101 with a minimum grade of "C." (Meets Philosophy/Religion Humanities requirement.) This course teaches standard theoretical and practical issues in environmental ethics, the historical roots of environmental problems, and the philosophical grounds of environmental thought. Theories and issues covered include but are not limited to conservationism, the value of natural objects, the rights of animals, the value of endangered species, and whether or to what extent we have obligations to future generations. Practical issues and problems covered include but are not limited to global climate change, use of natural resources, alternative energy sources, water quality, pollution, environmental justice, and maintaining a sustainable, ecologically responsible ecosystem and society. This course is a Gordon Rule writing course in which students will produce extensive college-level writing and which requires completion with a minimum grade of 'C.'
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Honors Environmental Ethics
(Offered fall and spring). Prerequisite: ENC1101 with a minimum grade of "C." (Meets Philosophy/Religion Humanities requirement.) This course teaches standard theoretical and practical issues in environmental ethics, the historical roots of environmental problems, and the philosophical grounds of environmental thought. Theories and issues covered include but are not limited to conservationism, the value of natural objects, the rights of animals, the value of endangered species, and whether or to what extent we have obligations to future generations. Practical issues and problems covered include but are not limited to global climate change, use of natural resources, alternative energy sources, water quality, pollution, environmental justice, and maintaining a sustainable, ecologically responsible ecosystem and society. This course is a Gordon Rule writing course in which students will produce extensive college-level writing and which requires completion with a minimum grade of 'C.'
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Biomedical Ethics
(Offered fall, spring, and summer). Prerequisite: ENC1101 with a minimum grade of "C." (Meets Philosophy/Religion Humanities requirement.) A study of the controversial ethical issues that arise within the practice of medicine and within biomedical research. Case studies and thought experiments will be used to explore the moral and professional responsibilities of those working in the medical profession. Topics include patient relationship, abortion, infertility, genetics, cloning, euthanasia, organ transplant and health care reform. This course is a Gordon Rule writing course in which students will produce extensive college-level writing and which requires completion with a minimum grade of "C."
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Biomedical Ethics Honors
(Offered fall, spring, and summer). Prerequisite: ENC1101 with a minimum grade of "C." (Meets Philosophy/Religion Humanities requirement.) A study of the controversial ethical issues that arise within the practice of medicine and within biomedical research. Case studies and thought experiments will be used to explore the moral and professional responsibilities of those working in the medical profession. Topics include patient relationship, abortion, infertility, genetics, cloning, euthanasia, organ transplant and health care reform. This course is a Gordon Rule writing course in which students will produce extensive college-level writing and which requires completion with a minimum grade of 'C.'
Credit hours: 3
COOP/Work Experience/Philosophy
1-3 crs. Cooperative Education courses may be taken toward completion of most of the Associate in Arts and Associate in Science degree programs. A maximum of six credit hours may be used in meeting the A.A. degree requirements. Prerequisite: Minimum of 2.0 GPA, meet with the co-op coordinator, and availability of co-op work experience slot. Supervised, practical work experience that seeks to combine theories and apply practical skills to projects in the student's major field of study. Requirements include online weekly, mid-term, and end-of-term reflection assignments.
Credit hours: 1
Other hours: 1