Introduction to Ethics


PHI-240

This course introduces theories about the nature and foundations of moral judgments and applications to contemporary moral issues. Emphasis is placed on utilitarianism, rule-based ethics, existentialism, relativism versus objectivism, and egoism. Upon completion, students should be able to apply various ethical theories to individual moral issues such as euthanasia, abortion, crime and punishment, and justice. This is a Universal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC) course that satisfies Humanities/Fine Arts.

  • Prerequisite:
    C or better in ENG-111
  • Corequisite: None
Class Hours 3
Lab Hours
Clinic, Coop, or Shop Hours
Credit Hours 3