PHIL101 — Introduction to Philosophy
(HUMD, GEIR, GEEL) Introduction to philosophical analysis of the problem of knowledge, the problem of reality, and the problem of the good. Major philosophical attitudes of Western civilization are introduced. Special attention is paid to some of the philosophical implications of contemporary natural and social science. The basic themes of the course are that the major questions philosophy deals with are present in the lives of all persons; that we must clarify the questions, if possible, before we try to answer them; and that the basic questions are always concerned with the nature and meaning of human existence. Assessment Level(s): ENGL 101 / ENGL 011 . Three hours each week. 3 semester hours Course