PHI125 — Introduction to Ethics
In this course, students are exposed to moral theories such as virtue ethics, utilitarianism, deontology, and the ethics of care. Students also critically evaluate general moral theories, and fundamental moral concepts. Additionally, they apply these moral theories to contemporary moral issues such as animal rights, environmental issues, reproductive technologies, abortion, euthanasia and assisted suicide, poverty and famine relief, war and peace, racism, sexism, emerging technologies, and other issues. Students develop and defend their own views on these matters, and evaluate the views of others. By studying and applying moral theories to their own lives, students are encouraged to explore different ways of effecting change in their lives and communities. Throughout the course, students learn about moral concepts such as autonomy, impartiality, utility, rights, responsibility, and justice. Specific attention is given to moral issues relevant to and philosophical contributions made by members of traditionally underrepresented groups.
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- Communication & Media A.A. (Plan 13AB-CMM)
- Dance A.A. (Plan 13AB-DNC)
- Strategic Communication A.A. (Plan 13AB-STC)
- Digital Media and Design A.A.S. (Plan 23TB)
- Associate in Engineering Science (Plan 12AB- Engineering and Computer Science)
- Computer Information Technology A.A.S. (Plan 22DC)
- Business Administration A.A.S.(Plan 22BN)
- Early Childhood Education A.A. (Plan 13AB-ECE)
- History (Plan 13AB-HST)
- Gender and Sexuality Studies A.A. (Plan 13AB-GXS)
- Sociology A.A. (Plan 13AB-SOC)
- Philosophy A.A. (Plan 13AB-PHI)
- Criminal Justice A.A. (Plan 13AB-CRJ)
- Computer Science A.S. (Plan 11AB-MCS)
- Earth Science A.S. (Plan 11AB-ESC)
- Social Work A.A. (Plan 13AB-SWK)
- Sustainability A.S. (Plan 11AB-SUS)
- Pre-Dentistry A.A. (Plan 13AB-DNT)
- Kinesiology - Physical Education Focus A.A. (Plan 13AB-KIN)
- Pre-Medicine A.A. (Plan 13AB-MED)
- Pre-Occupational Therapy A.A. (Plan 13AB-OCT)
- Pre-Pharmacy A.A. (Plan 13AB-PHR)
- Pre-Veterinary Medicine A.A. (Plan 13AB-VET)
- Health Information Technology A.A.S. (Plan 21HM)
- Medical Imaging A.A.S. (Plan 21MI)
- Nursing A.A.S. (Plan 21NC)
- Health and Wellness Promotion A.A.S. (Plan 21WA)