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Course Criteria
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3.00 Credits
3 s.h. Philosophical examination of the methods, structure, theories, and presuppositions of modern science. Topics include objectivity, explanation, prediction, revolution, progress, and the proper relation of science and religion. ( LA, WS2) Prerequisite: 3 s.h. PHIL or science.
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3.00 Credits
3 s.h. Analyzes fundamental social and political concepts, including justice, state, equality, opportunity, rights, obligations, sovereignty, and freedom. ( LA, HW2) Prerequisite: SoS.
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3.00 Credits
3 s.h. The philosophical study of civilization, both past and present. Topics include the nature of history, the structure of historical and cultural change, the applicability and limitations of the scientific method, the nature and possibility of objectivity, and the role and significance of the individual. ( LA) Prerequisite: 3 s.h. PHIL, HIST or ANTH.
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3.00 Credits
3 s.h. Philosophical study of both Eastern and Western religions. Examines epistemic and metaphysical presuppositions of religions, including the influence of modern science. Analysis of belief, truth, symbolism, and the limits of language. ( LA, WS2) Prerequisite: 3 s.h. PHIL.
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3.00 Credits
3 s.h. An historical consideration of the most significant philosophies in Western Civilization, from Thales to St. Augustine. ( LA, HW2)
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3.00 Credits
Modern Philosophical Thought 3 s.h. An historical consideration of the most significant philosophies in Western Civilization, from Aquinas to Kant. ( LA, HW2, WS2)
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3.00 Credits
3 s.h. An examination of philosophical and social issues that followed post-Kantian idealism. Includes examination of anarchism, Social Darwinism, Socialism, Positivism, and Utilitarianism. Selections from Kropotkin, Spencer, Marx, Comte, and J.S. Mill are included. ( LA, WS2)
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3.00 Credits
3 s.h. Application of ethical concepts to current environmental problems. Issues include the defense of the environment and difficulties involved in changing people's attitudes toward nature. Concepts include human responsibility, animal rights, value-neutral science, the role of technology, sustainability, law, politics, beauty, and the role of religion. ( LA, AH2, OS2) Prerequisite: SoS.
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3.00 Credits
3 s.h. Application of ethical concepts to issues surrounding contemporary media and its use, especially TV and video. Questions concern the portrayal of violence, sex, crime, and truth in advertising. Students will be challenged to acquire theoretical knowledge concerning ethics and a sensitivity for the application of that knowledge. Literature, textbook assignments, case studies and video presentations. Students will be encouraged to explore connections between modern massmedia and the moral standards of the society in which we live. Prerequisite: SoS. ( LA, AH2, OS2)
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3.00 Credits
Contemporary Analytic Philosophy
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