PHIL   1301  Introduction to Philosophy
A study of major issues in philosophy and/or the work of major philosophical figures in philosophy.  Topics in philosophy may include theories of reality, theories of knowledge, theories of value, and their practical applications.  Additionally, texts studied will be from ancient, medieval, and modern sources.  Prerequisite: Meet TSI college-readiness standard for Reading and Writing; or equivalent.  3 credit hours.  (A)

 

PHIL   1304  Introduction to World Religions
A comparative study of world religions, including but not limited to Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.  Prerequisite: Meet TSI college-readiness standard for Reading and Writing; or equivalent.   3 credit hours.  (A)

 

PHIL   2303  Introduction to Formal Logic
The purpose of the course is to introduce the student to symbolic logic, including syllogisms, propositional and predicate logic, and logical proofs in a system of rules.  Prerequisite: Meet TSI college-readiness standard for Reading and Writing; or equivalent.  3 credit hours.  (A)

 

PHIL   2306  Introduction to Ethics
The systematic evaluation of classical and/or contemporary ethical theories concerning the good life, human conduct in society, morals, and standards of value. Prerequisite: Meet TSI college-readiness standard for Reading and Writing; or equivalent.  3 credit hours.  (A)

 

PHIL   2307  Introduction to Social and Political Philosophy
A study of major issues in social and political theory and/or the work of major philosophical figures in this area.   Prerequisite: Meet TSI college-readiness standard for Reading and Writing; or equivalent.  3 credit hours.  (A)

 

PHIL   2321  Philosophy of Religion
A study of the major issues in the philosophy of religion such as the existence and nature of God, the relationships between faith and reason, the nature of religious language, religious experience, and the problem of evil. Prerequisite: Meet TSI college-readiness standard for Reading and Writing; or equivalent.  3 credit hours.  (A)