PHIL 2010 - Introduction to Philosophy

Credit Hours: 3.00

Prerequisites: None

Designed to show the relevance of philosophical problems to the student himself. The student is challenged to develop a consistent response to such problems as: free will versus determinism, the limits of knowledge, the basis of good and evil, personal conscience versus legal obligation, etc. Traditional and modern philosophers are read for discussion and critical evaluation.

Contact Hours: 3
Billable Contact Hours: 3

OUTCOMES AND OBJECTIVES
Outcome 1: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to demonstrate knowledge of the subject matter of philosophy.

Objectives:

Identify various philosophical positions.
Identify various philosophical problems
Identify various philosophical arguments.

Outcome 2: Upon completion of this course, students will demonstrate a facility with the vocabulary of philosophy.

Objectives:

Recognize the vocabulary of philosophy.
Define the vocabulary of philosophy.
Apply the vocabulary of philosophy.

Outcome 3: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to apply critical thinking skills to philosophy.

Objectives:

Identify premises inherent in philosophical arguments.
Identify the assumptions inherent in philosophical arguments.
Analyze the implications of philosophical arguments.

COMMON DEGREE OUTCOMES
(Bulleted outcomes apply to the course)

1. The graduate can integrate the knowledge and technological skills necessary to be a successful learner.

2. The graduate can demonstrate how to think competently.

The graduate can demonstrate how to employ mathematical knowledge.

4. The graduate can demonstrate how to communicate competently.

5. The graduate is sensitive to issues relating to a diverse, global society.

COURSE CONTENT OUTLINE

An introduction to various philosophies
An examination of various philosophical arguments and terms
An examination of some major philosophers
An investigation of some major areas of philosophy, e.g. metaphysics and epistemology

Primary Faculty
Catalano-Reinhardt, Theresa
Secondary Faculty
Morosoff, Dorothy
Associate Dean
Ternullo, Annette
Dean
Pritchett, Marie

Official Course Syllabus - Macomb Community College, 14500 E 12 Mile Road, Warren, MI 48088