PHI 100 - Course Descriptions - Wilmington University

Course Descriptions

Philosophy

PHI 100Introduction to Critical Thinking3 credits

This introductory course challenges students with the question: ''Why do you think the way you do?'' It gives practical consideration to overcoming thinking errors, developing ethical thought, and applying career-specific principles of effective critical thinking to real-life situations.

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PHI 300Ethics for Life3 credits

This course will focus on the issue of ethical behavior in contemporary life. How does one determine what conduct is right? How should one behave toward other people? Is there a “good life” for humans? How does one decide on the moral correctness of social issues? To address these questions, this course will challenge students to move beyond ethical relativism and consider more principled approaches to moral reasoning with the goal of improving their ability to make real-life, moral decisions. Students will gain broad exposure to major ethical philosophies and critically examine and compare these and other ethics-related influences, including religion, in the context of relevant contemporary issues.

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PHI 301Philosophy of Love3 credits

Love is one of the most powerful and least understood motivators of human behavior. It has been the subject of philosophical and psychological analyses throughout the history of human thought. Superficial examination of the concept usually results in misunderstanding and self-deception. This complex topic warrants thorough investigation. Americans tend to develop skewed notions of right and wrong, good and bad, and love and hate based on their idiosyncratic experience. A rational exploration of the notion of love should enable most people to function at a higher cognitive level, with fewer emotional blinders so that they can work out for themselves their own ideas of love, friendship, community, family, eroticism, trust, care, concern, and selflessness.

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PHI 302Ethics and Values in Behavioral Science3 credits

This course is an introduction to ethics and values with emphasis on contemporary society and professional issues.

Prerequisite(s): PSY 101 or SOC 101

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PHI 310The Art of Rational Thinking3 credits

This course is designed to build a better understanding of good thinking by exploring six intellectual virtues: curiosity, perseverance, empathy, humility, courage, and fair-mindedness. Students will apply these traits in a variety of ways with the goal of becoming better thinkers and decision makers.

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PHI 312Creativity3 credits

This course will focus on the power of creativity to bring vibrancy and renewal to almost any aspect of your life. Whether it is health care, law, education, IT, or just about any other career, the creative mind is often the most innovative, insightful, and fulfilled. Utilizing readings, activities, reflection, and research, you will discover the power of creativity not only in the workplace, but also in navigating conflict, deepening relationships, parenting children, and moving our world toward prosperity and peace.

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PHI 314Ethics for Computer Professionals3 credits

The theory and practice of ethics for computer professionals are examined. The primary goal of the course is to study the basis for ethical decision making and the methodology for reaching ethical decisions. Ethical issues related to the design, implementation, application, and protection of computer and information systems are explored. Emphasis is placed on the technical and administrative aspects of computer and Internet crimes, safeguards and security, privacy, confidentiality, and data integrity.

Prerequisite(s): CTA 206 or CTA 210 or equivalent

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PHI 325Empowerment Strategies3 credits

This course offers strategies for seeing possibilities in situations, ways of changing perspectives, evaluating opportunities, and discovering the power within you to change your attitudes, your work, your relationships, and your life for the better.

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