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PHIL 101 Introduction to Philosophy (3 credits)
Basic problems in different areas of philosophy such as ethics, political theory, metaphysics, and epistemology.

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PHIL 102 Critical Thinking and Reasoning (3 credits)
Covers non-symbolic introduction to logical thinking in everyday life, law, politics, science, advertising; common fallacies; and the uses of language, including techniques of persuasion.

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PHIL 135 Introduction to Ethics (3 credits)
Introduction to Ethics: critical introduction to classical and modern ethical theories such as utilitarianism, deontology, and virtue ethics. Emphasis throughout on applying the theories in various contexts such as social, political, or interpersonal. The ultimate goal will be to allow students to clarify their own thinking and positions on important ethical issues confronting society today.

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PHIL 207 Introduction to Social and Political Philosophy (3 credits)
Readings and discussion of theories concerning the nature of society and political structure from classical and contemporary philosophers.

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PHIL 311 Professional Ethics (3 credits)
A study of the nature of ethical thinking and its application to judgments about actions of people that make up society. Topics to be considered include ethical relativism, moral virtues and vices, foundations of morality, alternative theoretical perspectives on moral judgment, egoism, altruism, and legal and regulatory perspectives related to ethics in business. (Formerly offered as ECON 311)

Prerequisite: Must have completed an associate's degree.

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