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  • PHI 212: Modern and Contemporary Philosophy

    3.00 Credits
    Doane University

    This course provides an overview of western Philosophy from the Renaissance to the present, with special emphasis on a selected few of the more important philosophers and the schools of thought they represent. Upon completion, students will be able to identify and define rationalism, empiricism, idealism, pragmatism, positivism and existentialism. Students will also be able to analyze and evaluate each school of thought, constructing arguments both in favor of and against each. Offered alternate spring terms.
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  • PHI 271,371,471: Selected Topics(1-3)

    1.00 - 3.00 Credits
    Doane University

    An investigation of topics not offered in other courses, selected on the basis of student interest and available instruction. Offered alternate years.
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  • PHI 290,390,490: Directed Study(1-3)

    1.00 - 3.00 Credits
    Doane University

    An opportunity for supervised, independent study of a particular topic based on the interest of the student and the availability and approval of the faculty.
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  • PHI 305: World Views

    3.00 Credits
    Doane University

    An overview of major ideas and events shaping Western civilization through the examination of narratives, discourses, artworks, films and popular culture. Upon successful completion of this course, students will have a better understanding of classical mythology and philosophy, the biblical concept of reality, modern secularism, the intellectual foundations of totalitarianism, post-modernism, New Age spirituality and alternative concepts of history. This course fulfills the Cultural Perspectives requirement of the Doane Plan. Offered alternate spring terms.
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  • PHI 310: Comparative Philosophy

    3.00 Credits
    Doane University

    A comparison of western and non-western philosophies, paying particular attention to the traditions of India, China, Africa, Latin America, and Native America. These traditions will be studied along with the Analytic (Anglo-American) tradition and the Continental (European) tradition. Upon completion, students will be able to describe the major differences and similarities between and among these regional philosophical traditions. Furthermore, students will be able to apply their understanding of these differences and similarities to contemporary intercultural interactions. Offered alternate spring terms.
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  • PHI 311,411: Philosophy of Science

    3.00 Credits
    Doane University

    An examination of the philosophical questions raised by science - particularly physics - and the implications science has for other areas ofthought and practice, such as religion. Students may complete at one level only. Prerequisite: One course in philosophy or religious studies, or permission. Offered alternate years.
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  • PHI 337: Political Thought

    3.00 Credits
    Doane University

    Analysis of the most prominent political writers from Plato to the present. Compares the ideas of those men with recent studies of political behavior. (Cross-referenced with PSI 337.) Offered alternate years.
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  • PHI 395: Proseminar I

    1.00 Credits
    Doane University

    A course to supplement a student's background in the history of philosophy. Students independently watch a previously agreed upon number of videotapes on the history of philosophy and complete essays reviewing them. Videos will be supplemented by various readings, by resources from the Internet, and by regular discussions with the professor. Upon successful completion of this course, students will demonstrate the ability to continue learning about philosophy on their own, with minimal guidance from a professor. Prerequisite: Philosophy or Religious Studies major or minor.
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  • PHI 396: Proseminar II

    1.00 Credits
    Doane University

    A concentrated examination of current journal literature in philosophy. Students read from, and do research in, specified journals on a given topic. The work is reviewed regularly by the course professor. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to identify the major journals in their area of interest, and articulate the major positions in the journal literature on an area of their interest. Prerequisite: Philosophy or Religious Studies major or minor.
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  • PHI 421: Philosophy Internship

    0.00 - 12.00 Credits
    Doane University

    On-the-job experience in philosophy. Prerequisite: CED 205 or permission. (Pass/Fail)
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