Transcript title

Prob Of Philosophy--Ethics

Credits

4

Grading mode

Standard letter grades

Total contact hours

40

Lecture hours

40

Recommended preparation

WR 121Z.

Course Description

Important works from the Western tradition will be used to construct and explore some basic frameworks for ethical thinking in order to evaluate contemporary moral problems at local, state, national, and international scales.

Course learning outcomes

1. Articulate ethical theories and problems.
2. Assess diverse philosophical perspectives.
3. Express complex problems coherently.
4. Apply knowledge of ethical perspectives and theories to local problems.

Content outline

1. Western Philosophy
2. Ethical Theories
3. Moral Problems
4. Moral Responsibilities
5. Differences in Power and Discrimination

Required materials

Textbook may be required, please see syllabus.

General education/Related instruction lists

• Cultural Literacy
• Arts and Letters