Course Descriptions
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)