PHI 205 - Ethical Theory And Cont. Issue

Institution:

Dutchess Community College

Subject:

Philosophy

Description:

This course is designed to introduce students to the study of ethics and the nature of morality. A wide range of ethical issues is considered, including moral relativism, the principle of utility, duty-based ethics and natural law theory. Additionally, the course will focus on problems of applied morality, examining and discussing alternative positions on such issues as abortion, euthanasia, capital punishment, economic justice, etc.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lab

Notes:

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

09/01/2006 - 09/01/2007 

Institution Website:

www.sunydutchess.edu

Phone Number:

(845) 431-8000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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