Philosophy (PHIL/PHIL&)

Social & Political Philosophy
PHIL 110 5 Credits/Units

5.0 hours of lecture

Introduction to the fundamental theories of political and social philosophy and their practical relevance to contemporary issues. Embracing an inclusive perspective, highlights a wide array of scholarly voices, encompassing both Western and non-Western traditions. Explore topics such as the nature of justice, the impact of the economy on society, democracy and its alternatives, individual rights in the context of the state, the conceptualization of the state itself, and the profound influence of political ideologies, including conservatism, liberalism, anarchism, fascism, and communism, on social relations. [GE, HA, SE, SS]

Ancient and Medieval Philosophy
PHIL 215 5 Credits/Units

5.0 hours of lecture

Explore the philosophical ideas and arguments of ancient and medieval thinkers, covering topics such as metaphysics, epistemology, ethics, political philosophy, and the philosophy of religion. Examine the perspectives of philosophers from diverse backgrounds to gain a comprehensive understanding of the philosophical traditions that emerged during this period and the various ways in which they have influenced contemporary thought. [GE, HA, SE]

Introduction to Modern Philosophy
PHIL 216 5 Credits/Units

5.0 hours of lecture

Explore significant thinkers and foundational ideas from both Western and non-Western traditions spanning the 16th, 17th, 18th, and 19th centuries. Engage with influential texts and ideas to gain insights into how diverse philosophical perspectives shaped the modern intellectual landscape focusing on key topics including the Enlightenment, theories of knowledge, skepticism, principles of identity, ethical frameworks, and the origins and authority of moral law. [GE, HA, SE]

The New Frontiers of Philosophy--20th Century to Today
PHIL 217 5 Credits/Units

5.0 hours of lecture

A comprehensive exploration of major philosophical movements and thinkers from the 20th century to the present day through critical analysis of key texts and contemporary issues. Engage with a diverse range of philosophical perspectives, including Pragmatism, Postmodernism, Latin American Philosophy, and African Philosophy. [GE, HA, SE]

Ethics
PHIL 240 5 Credits/Units

5.0 hours of lecture

Introduction to ethical behavior that is grounded in thoughtful philosophical argument. Learn about ethical theories from a variety of philosophical backgrounds and learn to apply the values prominent in the theories to everyday action. [GE, HA, SE, SS]

Philosophy of Religion
PHIL 251 5 Credits/Units

5.0 hours of lecture

Explores the concept of God, the nature of religious experience, the difficulties inherent in the use of religious language, classical proofs for the existence of God, the relationship between faith and reason, and the problem of evil. [GE, HA, SE]

Selected Topics
PHIL 280 1-5 Credits/Units

5.0 hours of lecture

Selected topics in Philosophy. Topics vary and course theme and content change to reflect new topics. Because the course varies in content, it is repeatable for credit. Individual topics are listed in the term class schedules. [GE, HA, SE]

Special Projects
PHIL 290 1-5 Credits/Units

5.0 hours of lecture

Opportunity to plan, organize and complete special projects approved by the department. [GE, HA, SE]

Ethics In Management
PHIL 420 5 Credits/Units

5.0 hours of lecture

Admission into the program required for enrollment. Examines the role of ethics and social responsibility in the management of public and private sectors of organizations and businesses. Theoretical concepts in business ethics will be applied to real-world situations based on challenges managers face. An emphasis on contemporary trends and corporate responsibilities with respect to ethical, legal, economic, regulatory conditions, and the needs of stakeholders in the global marketplace will be included. Case studies will be used to explore real-world ethical and social responsibility situations. [GE, HA, SE]

Introduction to Philosophy
PHIL& 101 5 Credits/Units

5.0 hours of lecture

Introduction to some of the major questions, controversies, and problems discussed in philosophy. Examine various philosophical theses by developing reasoned arguments for and against them. Learn through this course not only what some other people have thought about interesting questions, but also how to do philosophy - how to think well and critically about important matters concerning action and belief. [GE, HA, SE]

Critical Thinking
PHIL& 115 5 Credits/Units

5.0 hours of lecture

Focus on looking at the arguments encountered on a daily basis, through news, social media, friends and family members, etc. Learn to consider these encounters critically, determining whether an argument is actually being given, is worth accepting, and/or contains fallacious reasoning. Learn about mistakes in logic and reasoning, how to determine who counts as an expert, and what makes a claim justified. Consider common roadblocks to critical thinking, including confirmation bias, stereotyping, and more. A central purpose is to learn about tools to independently assess daily information to help make better decisions both personally and on a social level. [GE, HA, SE][PNP]

Symbolic Logic
PHIL& 120 5 Credits/Units

5.0 hours of lecture

Prerequisite: MATH 96 (grade of "C" or higher) or placement into Math level 50.

Rigorous examination of logical theory emphasizing modern symbolic or formal logic. Content includes truth-functional logic, propositional logic with proofs, and predicate logic with quantifiers and proofs. Applications include computer science, cognitive science, artificial intelligence, linguistics, mathematics, law, engineering, and philosophy. [CP, GE, HA, Q, SE]