Included is the clarification of the connection between philosophical theory, contemporary views and the student's own moral thinking. The student will study the most important ethical theories and examine their application to the practical moral problems people face in their lives. The course seeks to bridge the gap between the expanding field of visual technology and the traditional understanding of the fine arts. Emphasis is placed on the development of an understanding of the art which acknowledges and integrates the traditional philosophies of art with the new electronic technologies. The course begins with a traditional understanding of art and moves toward problems posed by the transformation of the arts through electronic technologies.
Emphasis is placed on how to think beyond the current conflict.
This course examines both traditional and recent literature in relation to the ethical, metaphysical, social and aesthetic contexts which informed these works of literature. The great religions of humanity are examined, comparing them with regard to their origins, world views, beliefs, philosophies of man and thoughts about our place in the universe. PHL 295 Special Topics in Philosophy Variable Topics not covered by the other departmental courses may be available in PHL 295, including such topics as contemporary issues, the philosophy of art and literature, and the foundations of science and technology.