PHIL R102H — Honors: Introduction to Ethics
This course provides an introduction to ethical theory. Topics include: key ethical terminology, relativism, egoism, utilitarianism, duty theory, virtue ethics, feminist theory, religion and values. In addition, one or more specific contemporary moral issue will be explored such as abortion, capital punishment, euthanasia, discrimination, environmental ethics, war and terrorism. Students will be encouraged to develop a better understanding of themselves as well as to develop a tolerance for differences in societies and culture. The honors component requires students to engage these subjects with a greater degree of intellectual depth and rigor. Honors work challenges students to be more analytical and creative through expanded assignments, real-world applications and enrichment opportunities. Credit will not be awarded for both the honors and regular versions of a course. Credit will be awarded only for the first course completed with a grade of C or better or “P.”.
Part of
- Chemistry, Associate in Science for UC Transfer
- Coastal Environmental Studies, Associate in Science
- General Course Information
- California General Education Transfer Curriculum (Cal-GETC), Certificate of Achievement
- Oxnard College General Education (OC GE)
- General Studies: Emphasis in Creative Arts and Humanities
- Law, Public Policy, and Society, Associate in Arts for Transfer
- Philosophy, Associate in Arts for Transfer