PH 203A - Contemporary Moral Problems

Institution:

Merrimack College

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Description:

Familiarize the student with the logic and principles of sound moral reasoning. Fundamental questions are raised, such as: “What is the particular moral point of view?”; “Are moral judgments nothingbut expressions of opinion?”; “If there are‘objectively’ valid moral rules of behavior, what arethey?” Concrete cases critically analyzed to demonstrate the need and possibility of a rational approach to the daily question: “What ought I to do?” Prerequisite: PH 112A. Satisfies the second institutional requirement in philosophy. Three hours a week.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.merrimack.edu

Phone Number:

(978) 837-5000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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