Philosophy (PHLX) (CPS)

This course includes an analysis of some of the major classical and contemporary ethical theories. Topics include ethical relativism, ethical absolutism, egoism, natural law, utilitarianism, and situation ethics. Application of ethical theories to moral issues in our society are discussed. Issues of pornography, abortion, euthanasia, affirmative action,capital punishment, and environmental issues may also be discussed.

This course provides an examination of theories and methods used in ethical decision-making, with application to common issues in business, law, journalism, technology, research, education, and the health professions.

This course examines ethical questions arising from advances in technology, life sciences, medicine, nursing, and other health professions. This course will help learners define theories, principles, rights, and obligations relevant to bioethical concerns such as informed consent, human experimentation, allocation of medical resources, truth-telling, and death.

This course studies the major religions of the world including Hinduism, Buddhism, Confucius, Taoism, Islam,Judaism, and Christianity. Topics include the absolute,the world, human nature, the problem of humans, and the solution for humans; also topics on the origin of religion, primal religion, and definitions of religion.