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Philosophy Courses
There is no major in Philosophy at Stevenson University; however, students interested in pursuing this field of study may do so either by taking a minor in Philosophy or through creating a focus in Philosophy within Interdisciplinary Studies. The following courses are currently offered in Philosophy at Stevenson University.
PHIL 101
Introduction to Philosophy
Explores the nature of philosophical inquiry that underlies all pursuits of knowledge. Students will come to understand and appreciate the centrality of philosophy to all majors and will learn how to critically examine their own beliefs. In particular, the course will study the thinking of at least three different philosophers and three different branches of philosophy (e.g., metaphysics, ethics, epistemology, aesthetics). Approaches to such study will vary with course instructor and include the following: historical development, contrast of traditions (e.g., ancient and modern or Western and Eastern), and focus on one or two themes. Three credits. (21 Nov 2006)
PHIL 104
Logic
Studies the principles and methods used to distinguish good and bad reasoning. The goal of this course is better reasoning. To this end, students critically examine and attempt to understand key elements of both informal and formal logic. Three credits. (21 Nov 2006)
PHIL 202
Philosophy in African America Writings
Examines philosophical themes of freedom, alienation, and redemption, as reflected in contemporary literature and life experiences of the African-American. Students will investigate the existentialist response to the philosophical questions arising from the interaction of these themes. Spring semester. Three credits. (21 Nov 2006)
PHIL 215
Ethics
A critical survey of historical and contemporary moral problems. Students study several ethical theories developed in response to these problems and analyze these theories in relation to concrete situations. Three credits. It is strongly recommended that students take this course after the freshman year. (21 Nov 2006)
PHIL 220
Applied Philosophy & Community Service
This course investigates a particular area of
applied philosophy in conjunction with some form
of community service directly related to that
area. Under the guidance of the instructor,
students choose service projects along with
reading lists of the relevant philosophical
literature. A minimum of 40 hours of community
service is required, as well as written
assignments and a final presentation. Class meets
one hour weekly for group discussion of projects.
Prerequisites: ENG 152 and second year status.
Three credits. Repeatable for credits. (21 Nov 2006)
PHIL 360
Philosophical Problems
Studies specific themes, schools, or problems of
philosophical interest. Attention given to
different interpretations and arguments based on
major philosophers or contemporary approaches and
different influences of a school or contrasting
solutions to a problem; considers particularly
their effect on contemporary thinking. Topics to
be announced each semester. Prerequisite: Third
year status or permission of instructor. Three
credits. Repeatable to twelve credits if content
differs. (21 Nov 2006)
PHIL 370
Philosophical Figures
Studies one or two major figures in the history of
philosophy and their primary works. Discusses the
relation of the philosopher(s) to other
philosophers, their attempts at explaining or
understanding perennial ideas, and their
importance and influence on other thinkers. Topic
announced each semester. Prerequisite: Third year
status or permission of instructor. Fall semester.
Three credits. Repeatable to twelve credits if
content differs. (21 Nov 2006)
PHIL 415
Professional Ethics
Reviews traditional ethical theories, which are
then applied to more specialized topics in
professional ethics. Readings consist of case
studies together with articles on ethical theory.
Prerequisite: Third year status or permission of
instructor. Three credits. Not open to students
who have taken PHIL 416. (21 Nov 2006)
PHIL 416
Business Ethics
A critical and historical study of ethical theories as they relate to contemporary business conduct and issues. Prerequisite: Third year status or permission of instructor. Three credits. Not open to students who have taken PHIL 415. (21 Nov 2006)
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