General Information

• Name: Introduction to Ethics
• Discipline: Philosophy (PHIL)
• Units (Credits): 3
• Schedule History: See when this course was offered over the last three years.
• Transfer Information: Courses with numbers 100 to 299: This course is designed to apply toward a WNC degree and/or transfer to other schools within the Nevada System of Higher Education, depending on the degree chosen and other courses completed. It may transfer to colleges and universities outside Nevada. For information about how this course can transfer and apply to your program of study, please contact a counselor.
• Academic Division: Social Science, Education, Humanities & Public Service
• Prerequisites: None

Course Outline

I: Catalog Course Description

Provides an introduction to representative classical ethical theories.

II: Course Objectives

• Gain factual knowledge about morality, ethics, and ethical issues
• Learn fundamental principles, generalizations, and theories about morality and ethics.
• Acquire an interest in learning more by asking questions and seeking answers.

III: Course Linkage

Linkage of course to educational program mission and at least one educational program outcome.

Communication:
Demonstrate college-level writing skills.
Demonstrate college-level reading skills.

Analysis:
Be able to use appropriate principles of reasoning and decision-making.

Personal Development:
Demonstrate knowledge of and ability to use effective and efficient learning skills.
Engage in meaningful self-assessment
Appreciate and value the importance of ethics in their professional and personal lives.