PHL-103 Ethics

This course investigates the theoretical nature of morality and its application in particular moral dilemmas. The course is designed to assist students in approaching, questioning, and refining their moral commitments and values, their understanding of the reasoned application of ethical principles, and, ultimately, their ethical practice in both their personal and professional lives. Among the theoretical questions posed and discussed are: Is morality simply relative to specific cultures? What are criteria for right and wrong? What is moral agency? Different ethical theories about the nature of a worthwhile life and concepts of morally sound behavior are examined. This course carries SUNY General Education Humanities and Diversity: Equity, Inclusion & Social Justice credit.

Credits

3

Lecture Contact Hours

3

Lab Contact Hours

0

Other Contact Hours

0

Department

• Humanities

Grading Scheme

• Letter

SUNY Gen Ed Credit

• Yes

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Students will be able to understand, analyze, and interpret moral theories and perspectives critically.
2. Students will be able to make critical distinctions between various moral theories and perspectives.
3. Students will be able to distinguish the principles of good moral reasoning from poor moral reasoning.
4. Students will be able to apply principles of good moral reasoning to write and develop sound moral arguments about moral situations (personal, social, professional) using organized and coherent discourse.
5. Students will apply principles of good moral reasoning in oral communication about moral situations (personal, social, professional) in an organized and persuasive manner.