This course introduces some of the major ethical theories on morally right actions, the morally good person, and the just society. Theories include ethical absolutism, ethical relativism, ethical egoism, utilitarianism, formalism, and rights theory and may relate to contemporary moral issues such as capital punishment, abortion, and euthanasia.
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School
School of General Education
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Number
1040
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Subject
Philosophy (PHI)
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Semester
As Required
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Lecture/Lab/Seminar Hours
3 hours of lecture per week
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Credits
3