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Apr 25, 2024
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PHIL 101 - Introduction to Philosophy Credit Hours 3
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
IAI GECC Number H4 900
An introductory course in philosophy, which analyzes its essential elements and problems, namely epistemology, the nature of the mind, the mind-body problem, philosophy of religion, freedom vs. determinism, and moral philosophy. Prerequisite(s): Placement into ENG 101 or minimum grade of “C” in ENG 021 and ENG 099 ; or ENG 022 and ENG 099 ; or the EAP course sequence ENG 079 and ENG 089 ; or ENG 096 .
Is course repeatable for credit? No
Variable Hour Exist No
Mode of Delivery
Traditional, Online
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PHIL 102 - History of Philosophy Credit Hours 3
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
IAI GECC Number H4 901
This course is an introduction to the history of philosophy, beginning with the pre-Socratics and concluding with 20th century philosophers. Special emphasis is given to the causal relationships among major philosophers and their systematic philosophies. Prerequisite(s): Placement into ENG 101 or minimum grade of “C” in ENG 021 and ENG 099 ; or ENG 022 and ENG 099 ; or the EAP course sequence ENG 079 and ENG 089 ; or ENG 096 .
Is course repeatable for credit? No
Variable Hour Exist No
Mode of Delivery
Traditional, Online
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PHIL 103 - Introduction to Ethics Credit Hours 3
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
IAI GECC Number H4 904
This is an introductory course in ethical behavior that deals with the general scope of ethics and ethical theories. Attention is given to present-day ethical issues. Prerequisite(s): Placement into ENG 101 or minimum grade of “C” in ENG 021 and ENG 099 ; or ENG 022 and ENG 099 ; or the EAP course sequence ENG 079 and ENG 089 ; or ENG 096 .
Is course repeatable for credit? No
Variable Hour Exist No
Mode of Delivery
Traditional, Online
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PHIL 104 - Introduction to Logic Credit Hours 3
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
IAI GECC Number H4 906
This course is designed to introduce students to the art and science of reasoning, which has engaged the human mind for millennia, ever since logic was formalized by Aristotle. The course will familiarize students with a discipline that is a backbone to every other science and guide them into an arena of rigorous analysis of logical arguments, including the nature and evaluation of deductive syllogisms and inductive inferences, the language and meaning of formal and informal fallacies, and the role of critical thinking. Prerequisite(s): Placement into ENG 101 or minimum grade of “C” in ENG 021 and ENG 099 ; or ENG 022 and ENG 099 ; or the EAP course sequence ENG 079 and ENG 089 ; or ENG 096 .
Is course repeatable for credit? No
Variable Hour Exist No
Mode of Delivery
Traditional
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PHIL 105 - Contemporary Moral Issues Credit Hours 3
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
IAI GECC Number H4 904
This introductory course will help students understand and rationally evaluate some of the ‘hot button’ moral issues of our time. The course will focus primarily on debates in biomedical ethics, business ethics, and environmental ethics. Additional topics of study may include war and terrorism, sexual ethics, race and gender, capital punishment, or governmental regulation of specific practices (e.g. gambling, prostitution, or drug use). Prerequisite(s): Placement into ENG 101 or minimum grade of “C” in ENG 021 and ENG 099 ; or ENG 022 and ENG 099 ; or the EAP course sequence ENG 079 and ENG 089 ; or ENG 096 .
Is course repeatable for credit? No
Variable Hour Exist No
Mode of Delivery
Traditional
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PHIL 106 - Philosophy of Religion Credit Hours 3
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
IAI GECC Number H4 905
This course introduces students to questions and problems in the philosophical study of religion, such as questions about the rationality of religious belief, whether God or an Ultimate Reality exists, what are the philosophical implications of religious diversity (ranging from Western monotheistic traditions to Hindu and Buddhist perspectives), and questions concerning evil and suffering. Prerequisite(s): Placement into ENG 101 or minimum grade of “C” in ENG 021 and ENG 099 ; or ENG 022 and ENG 099 ; or the EAP course sequence ENG 079 and ENG 089 ; or ENG 096 .
Is course repeatable for credit? No
Variable Hour Exist No
Mode of Delivery
Traditional
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PHIL 299 - Special Topics in Philosophy Credit Hours 1-3
Lecture: 1-3 Lab: 0
This course is designed to allow advanced students to pursue an in-depth investigation of a particular topic in philosophy. A full-time faculty member will determine the topic. The course will emphasize philosophical rigor in both the presentation and defense of one’s views. The grading requirements for this course will focus largely on philosophical writing and discussion, but students may also be required to give one or more in-class presentations. Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of the one of the following courses with minimum grade “C”: PHIL 101 , PHIL 102 , or PHIL 103 .
Is course repeatable for credit? Yes Number of times may repeat? (Maximum is 3) 3
Variable Hour Exist Yes
Mode of Delivery
Traditional
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