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Cyprus International University
TR

INTRODUCTION TO PHILOSOPHY

Course
PHIL102 - INTRODUCTION TO PHILOSOPHY
Department
Basic Sciences and Humanities
Course Type
Course
Status
Required
Language
English
Credit
3
ECTS
4
T+P+L
3 + 0 + 0
Course Coordinator(s)
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nusret Sinan EVCAN
Prerequisite
-
Keywords

Course Description

Philosophy is the attempt to answer the deepest and most fundamental questions about the universe, mind, society, art, etc., in brief, all aspects of the human life. The aim of this course is not only learn the ideas of the great philosophers of the history, but also explore how to improve critical and philosophical thinking skills. The course is designed to acquaint students with the concepts, methods, problems, and theories of different areas within philosophy. İn addition to these, the one of the main objective of the course is to provide an perspective of the philosophy's relation to other disciplines such as sociology, psychology, education, law, etc.

INTRODUCTION TO PHILOSOPHY

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Course outcomes

  1. 01 Describe major ethical theories
  2. 02 Classify major ontological positions
  3. 03 Summarize the thoughts of major political philosophers
  4. 04 Describe the ideas of major philosophers of science
  5. 05 Classify ethical theories

Course Syllabus

Week Topic
Week 1 The meanings of Philosophy, Philosophical Thinking , The scope of philosophy, Analysis, Synthesis, Concepts, Organizing Concepts
Week 2 Epistemology: Theories of truth, logical fallacies
Week 3 Scepticism, Rationalism, Empiricism, Intiutionism
Week 4 Philosophy of Science
Week 5 Metaphysics (the philosophy of Being)
Week 6 The difference between Materialism and Idealism Velazques 138-151
Week 7 The Mind and Body Problem - Velazques pp 75-86
Week 8 Review before Midterm
Week 9 Midterm
Week 10 Philosophy of Morality and Ethics
Week 11 Philosophy of Morality and Ethics
Week 12 Phenomenology and Existentialism - Velazques 171-186
Week 13 Political Philosophy
Week 14 Political Philosophy
Week 15 Review

Reference Books & Course Materials

  1. 01 Manuel Velasquez, Philosophy: A Text with Readings, Wadsworth Cengage, 2011
  2. 02 William F. Lawhead, The Philosophical Journey, Mc Graw Hill, 2011

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Program Outcomes

  1. P01 Should have sufficient knowledge in mathematics, science, and subjects specific to the relevant engineering discipline.
  2. P02 Should have the ability to use theoretical and applied knowledge in mathematics, science, and related engineering disciplines in complex engineering problems.
  3. P03 Should have the ability to detect, define, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems.
  4. P04 Should have the ability to select and apply appropriate analysis and modeling methods to solve complex engineering problems.
  5. P05 Should have the ability to design a complex system, process, device, or product to meet specific requirements under realistic constraints and conditions.
  6. P06 Should have the ability to apply modern design methods.
  7. P07 Should have the ability to develop, select, and use modern techniques and tools necessary for the analysis and solution of complex problems encountered in engineering applications.
  8. P08 Should have the ability to use information technologies effectively.
  9. P09 Should have the ability to design experiments, for the study of complex problems or discipline-specific research topics.
  10. P10 Should have the ability to conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for the study of complex problems or discipline-specific research topics.
  11. P11 Should have the ability to work in intradisciplinary teams.
  12. P12 Should have the ability to work in interdisciplinary teams.
  13. P13 Should have the skills to work individually.
  14. P14 Should have the ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
  15. P15 Should have the knowledge of at least one foreign language.
  16. P16 Should be able to write effective reports, understand written reports, and prepare design and production reports.
  17. P17 Should have the ability to make effective presentations.
  18. P18 Should have the ability to give and have clear and understandable instructions.
  19. P19 Should gain consciousness (awareness) about the necessity of lifelong learning.
  20. P20 Should have the ability to access information.
  21. P21 Should have the ability to follow developments in science and technology and constantly renew himself/herself.
  22. P22 Should gain the awareness of professional and ethical responsibility and should act in accordance with ethical principles.
  23. P23 Should gain knowledge about the standards used in engineering applications.
  24. P24 Should gain knowledge about project management, risk management, and change management practices in business life.
  25. P25 Should gain awareness about entrepreneurship, and innovation.
  26. P26 Should gain knowledge about development in sustainability.
  27. P27 Should gain knowledge about the effects of engineering practices on health, environment, and security at universal and social dimensions and the problems of the age reflected in the field of engineering.
  28. P28 Awareness should be gained about the legal consequences of engineering solutions.

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