It also examines the conflicting claims of such major religions as Hinduism, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Credits A critical analysis of main theories of moral conduct. When student curriculum needs in a given program, such as Law Enforcement, Nursing, etc., require a special focus, the instructor can provide special assignments to meet those needs. Logic 3 Credits A study of the basic principles of correct thinking in semantics and in deductive and inductive reasoning. It is designed to introduce the beginning student to the logical techniques of thought and argument.
Exercises incorporate various current issues and topics.
Clear and adequate thinking is the goal of the course. Credits A survey of American intellectual achievements in which the student's own research is the focal point. Beginning with the English and American Puritans, it includes, among others, the work of Edwards, Emerson, James, Dewey. This honors seminar will serve as an introduction to philosophical inquiry by critically examining some major traditional and contemporary views of human nature. Members of the CCRI faculty and people from outside the college representing the various perspectives will be invited to participate in the seminar.