Philosophy at Shoreline Community College

Philosophy

Designed to provide students with a broad liberal arts background of study during their first and second years of college with an emphasis on philosophy. > more

Following are course descriptions. Check the Annual Schedule to plan your schedule.

PHILOSOPHY & 101
Introduction to Philosophy (5)
Examination of the theories and arguments of historically significantphilosophers on issues of lasting significance. Topics include such questions as: Does God exist? What is truth? Do we possess souls? What is the best way to live? What is consciousness? What is the nature of social justice? Previously PHIL 100. Prerequisites: Recommend successful completion of ENGL 100 or placement into ENGL& 101. Student option grading.

PHILOSOPHY 102
Contemporary Moral Problems (5)
Students will use basic ethical theory methods of diverse cultures to investigate and critically examine such contemporary moral issues as capital punishment, war and violence, animal rights, environmental degradation, abortion, racial and ethnic discrimination, and injustices related to gender and sexuality. Prerequisite: Recommend successful completion of ENGL 100 or placement into ENGL& 101. Student option grading.

PHILOSOPHY & 106
Introduction to Logic (5)
Rigorous examination of logical theory emphasizing the formal languages and proof systems of modern truth-functional and quantificational logic. With applications to computers, classic philosophical debates, and realistic logical problems and puzzles. Previously PHIL 120. Prerequisite: MATH 099 (2.0 or better) or MATH 097 AND MATH 098 (2.0 or better) or a score of 85 or higher on the Algebra COMPASS test (or equivalent score on SAT, ACT or ASSET.) Student option grading.

PHILOSOPHY 115
Critical Thinking (5)
The theory and practice of critical thinking as first developed by the ancient Greek philosopher Socrates, with emphasis on application of the Socratic Method to one's own beliefs and values. Students will also critically evaluate claims encountered in the media, in advertising,in school, and in politics. Student option grading.

PHILOSOPHY 210
Comparative Religion (5)
A survey course in the history of world religions which analyzes the beliefs and practices of the major religions embraced by humanity. Student option grading.

PHILOSOPHY 230
Philosophical Issues in World Affairs (5)
Topics will include issues of affluence, impoverishment, hunger, global environmental degradation, violence and non-violence. The views of philosophers from Latin America, Africa and Asia will be analyzed and interpreted, in relation to shifts in the international order. (Formerly Philosophy 167.) Prerequisites: Recommend successful completion of ENGL 100 or placement into ENGL& 101. Student option grading.

PHILOSOPHY 240
Introduction to Ethics (5)
Ethics is the examination of right and wrong, good and bad, and associated issues, using the distinctive methods of philosophy. This coursecritically examines historically significant theories of ethics alongwith applications to real-world ethical problems and debates. ENGL& 101 or equivalent recommended. Student option grading.

PHILOSOPHY 248
Ethical Issues in Criminal Justice (5)
Discussion of the philosophical, psychological, moral and ethical underpinnings of human behavior in the criminal justice system. Looks at ethical concerns regarding the police, courts, punishment and corrections and how ethical decisions are made. Dual listed as CJ 248. Mandatory decimal grading.

PHILOSOPHY 267
Introduction to Philosophy of Religion (5)
Philosophy of religion is the examination of fundamental questions pertaining to religion using the distinctive methods of philosophy. Topics include philosophical questions about the existence and nature of God, life after death, the soul, science and religion. Recommend: ENGL100 or placement into ENGL& 101. Student option grading.

PHILOSOPHY 295
Special Topics in Philosophy (5)
Classes focusing on specific issues and/or topics of interest in philosophy. Previously PHIL 285.

PHILOSOPHY 297
Individual Project in Philosophy (1)
Individual project in a specific area of philosophy. By arrangement with instructor. Prerequisite: Instructor permission, based on evaluation of students' educational and work experience.

PHILOSOPHY 298
Individual Project in Philosophy (2)
Individual project in a specific area of philosophy. By arrangement with instructor. Prerequisite: Instructor permission, based on evaluation of students' educational and work experience.

PHILOSOPHY 299
Individual Project in Philosophy (3)
Individual project in a specific area of philosophy. By arrangement with instructor. Prerequisite: Instructor permission, based on evaluation of students' educational and work experience.

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