10809166Introduction to Ethics: Theory and Application
Course Information
Description
This course provides a basic understanding of the theoretical foundations of ethical thought. Diverse ethical perspectives will be used to analyze and compare relevant issues. Students will critically evaluate individual, social and/or professional standards of behavior, and apply a systematic decision-making process to these situations.
Total Credits
3
Course Competencies
  1. Summarize major ethical theories
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written or Graphic Assessment
    Criteria
    you describe consequential theories
    you describe non-consequential/deontological theories
    you describe virtue theories
    you describe the similarities and difference between consequential, non-consequential/deontological, and virtue theories
    you include at least 5 major theories in your assessment
    you use appropriate terminology

  2. Evaluate major ethical theories
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written or Graphic Assessment
    Criteria
    you identify strengths and weaknesses of various theories
    you compare strengths and weaknesses of various theories
    you contrast strengths and weaknesses of various theories
    you use appropriate terminology

  3. Apply ethical theories to challenging situations
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written or Graphic Assessment
    Criteria
    you use ethical theories in your assessment
    you correctly relate the principles of each theory
    you determine recommended course of action based on theory
    you determine implications of applying each theory
    you use appropriate terminology

  4. Examine the role of values in ethical theories
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written or Graphic Assessment
    Criteria
    you explain the fundamental values underlying ethical theories
    you analyze how different fundamental values influence ethical theories
    you describe how dissimilar fundamental values can lead to similar moral conclusions
    you identify personal values
    you use appropriate terminology

  5. Develop a personal ethical decision-making process
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written or Graphic Assessment
    Criteria
    you assimilate personal values with principles of ethical theories
    you justify your decision-making process using components of ethical theories
    you identify the steps involved in the process
    you articulate the implications of your decision-making process
    you summarize personal strategies for responding to diverse points of view in ethical situations
    you utilize appropriate terminology

  6. Defend an ethical stance based on a selected issue
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written or Graphic Assessment
    Criteria
    you summarize the moral values involved
    you explain the adopted position using moral theories to justify the position
    you explain how those values influence the decision
    you identify alternative decisions that could also be made
    you evaluate the alternative decision against the adopted position
    you provide an ethical argument for the adopted position
    you use appropriate terminology