Philosophy (PHIL)

PHIL 1301  Introduction to Philosophy  3 Credits   (3 Lec, 0 Lab)  

This course provides a general overview of the historical development and the major systems of philosophic thought, the nature of man, knowledge, morality, social and political theory, and the existence of God.
Prerequisite(s): Reading level 7, Writing level 7
Course Type: Academic

PHIL 1304  Introduction to World Religions  3 Credits   (3 Lec, 0 Lab)  

Introduction to World Religions is a survey course in philosophy designed to familiarize students with the major theories of world religions. Students will establish broad and multiple perspectives of religious theory and evaluate theories of religion. This course is a survey and critical examination of major theories concerning world religions.
Prerequisite(s): Reading level 7, Writing level 7
Course Type: Academic

PHIL 2303  Introduction to Formal Logic  3 Credits   (3 Lec, 0 Lab)  

This course is an introduction to symbolic logic, including syllogisms, propositional and predicate logic, and logical proofs in a system of rules.
Prerequisite(s): Reading level 7, Writing level 7
Course Type: Academic

PHIL 2306  Introduction to Ethics  3 Credits   (3 Lec, 0 Lab)  

This course offers a general overview of classical and contemporary theories concerning the good life, human conduct in society, moral and ethical standards and the nature, criteria, sources, logic, and validity of moral value judgments.
Prerequisite(s): Reading level 7, Writing level 7
Course Type: Academic

PHIL 2307  Introduction to Social and Political Philosophy  3 Credits   (3 Lec, 0 Lab)  

This is a survey course in philosophy designed to familiarize students with the major theories concerning the organization of societies and governments. Students will establish broad and multiple perspectives of social and political theory and evaluate theories of justice and how to be a responsible member of society.
Prerequisite(s): Reading level 7, Writing level 7
Course Type: Academic