PHIL 10100-1 - Introduction to Philosophy
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The course is intended to introduce you to philosophical questions, to make you aware of how some of history's greatest philosophers have approached those questions and what they have had to say about them, to help you articulate philosophical concerns of your own and, most importantly, to learn how to address them. Among the areas of philosophy will explore this semester are ethics, political philosophy, metaphysics and theory of knowledge.
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PHIL 10100-1--Introduction to PhilosophyProfessor Paul Weithman Department of Philosophy Course Structure: Two 75-minute classes per week Prerequisites: None |
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Course Description
This course is an introduction to philosophy for students seeking (or being forced) to fulfill the first of their university philosophy requirements. The course is intended to introduce you to philosophical questions, to make you aware of how some of history's greatest philosophers have approached those questions and what they have had to say about them, to help you articulate philosophical concerns of your own and, most importantly, to learn how to address them. Among the areas of philosophy will explore this semester are ethics, political philosophy, metaphysics and theory of knowledge.
Technical Requirements
None
Course Contents
PHIL 10100-1 - About the Professor
PHIL 10100-1 - Philosophy Department Guidelines for Plagiarism
