PH 230 - Ethics

Institution:

Caldwell University

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Description:

This course considers different questions about the nature of moral "right" and "wrong" such as whethics are, the importance of moral character, the nature of justice and virtue, and how the good of the individual compares to the good of society. Different conceptions of the human person in relation to certain ethical theories such as virtue ethics, Natural Law, utilitarianism, and relativism may be discussed. The connection of these ethical theories to historical thinkers such as Aristotle, St. Thomas Aquinas, Hobbes, Kant, and Mill may also be addressed. Finally, the class may consider the application of these theories to contemporary moral issues such as abortion, euthanasia, war, environmental concerns, capital punishment, and others.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.caldwell.edu

Phone Number:

(973) 618-3000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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