Moraine Valley College - Schedule of Classes

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PHI-101--(3)
INTRODUCTION TO PHILOSOPHY
Introduces philosophical questions and philosophical ways of reasoning. Examines some key notions in the history of Western thought in areas of metaphysics, epistemology and ethics. (3 contact hours)

PHI-110--(3)
INTRO TO FORMAL LOGIC
Introduces formal and symbolic logic, including syllogistic, propositional and predicate inference. (3 contact hours)

PHI-111--(3)
CRITICAL THINKING
Introduces principles and methods for rational argument and effective problem solving. (3 contact hours)

PHI-115--(3)
APPROACHES TO TRUTH
A survey of methods. Logical, intuitive, revelatory, scientific, and mystical approaches to truth and knowledge. (3 contact hours)

PHI-120--(3)
WORLD RELIGIONS
Explores the principal doctrines (world view), typical behavior (lifestyle) and sphere of influence of Christianity, Islam, Judaism, Hinduism, Confucianism, Buddhism, and some tribal religions. Emphasizes comparison and examines themes such as view of God, condition of man, requirements for moral life, and relation to social and political forms. (3 contact hours)

PHI-125--(3)
ETHICS
This course will serve as an introduction to ethical philosophy and will include the study of several influential thinkers and various ethical theories. Key topics that will be discussed include social responsibility, moral standards and behaviors, natural law and ancient and modern theories of the moral life, as well as several contemporary moral issues. (3 contact hours)

PHI-225--(3)
BIOETHICS
Introduces problems in ethics surrounding developments in medicine and biological research. Introduces major ethical systems and encourages ethical methodology. This course is case-oriented. (3 contact hours)

PHI-226--(3)
BUSINESS ETHICS
This case-oriented course introduces moral problems associated with industry and commerce. Introduces major ethical systems and encourages ethical methodology. Note: Only three credit hours can be earned for either BUS-226 or PHI-226. Duplicate credit in both courses is not awarded. (3 contact hours)