PHIL 316 - Professional Ethics

Institution:

California State University-Bakersfield

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Description:

This course will focus on the unique ethical issues and obligations attached to professional roles. Topics will include a definition of "profession," with discussion on how that status is distinguished from, for example, "occupation" and "craft;" theories and processes for ethical decision-making; discussion of special role-engendered ethical obligations; and consideration of the kinds of ethical dilemmas faced by persons in such fields as engineering, architecture, medicine, law, computer science, nursing, academia, and social work. (Additional recommended prerequisite: Philosophy 100 or Philosophy 101 or equivalent.) GE T2

Credits:

5.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.csub.edu

Phone Number:

(661) 654-2782

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Quarter

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