PHI 205 - Introduction to Philosophy

▲ = Fulfills a General Education Requirement
This course is an introduction to philosophy. The course examines the nature of philosophy, its objectives, its major areas of focus, and its methods. The course is organized around the study of major problems and pertinent questions in philosophy, including the nature of reality, the uniqueness of the human person, the process of acquiring knowledge, and ethical dilemmas involving human decision making. Philosophical problems and related issues are explored through selected readings in philosophy that introduce the student to major philosophers within the Western philosophical tradition.
Prerequisite(s): ENG 097, if required by DSP.
3 lecture hours per week
3 credit hours