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Intro to Ethics: Theory & App

Class Number: SOCSCI1 10809166-3 - Intro to Ethics: Theory & App
Offering Status: Open
Academic Level: Post_Secondary
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Course Description

10-809-166 INTRO TO ETHICS: THEORY & APP ...basic understanding of theoretical foundations of ethical thought; analyze/compare relevant issues using diverse ethical perspectives; critically evaluate individual, social/professional standards of behavior--applying a systematic decision-making process. (Prerequisite: Next Gen Rdg score greater/equal to 250 AND Writing score greater/equal to 237; OR ACT Rdg score greater/equal to 16 AND English greater/equal to 15; OR 10-831-107, College Reading and Writing with a B or better)

Course Typically Offered

  • Summer
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  • Spring

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Credit for Prior Learning

What will I learn?

  1. Summarize major ethical theories
  2. Evaluate major ethical theories
  3. Apply ethical theories to challenging situations
  4. Examine the role of values in ethical theories
  5. Develop a personal ethical decision-making process
  6. Defend an ethical stance based on a selected issue

Class Details

Class Number:
SOCSCI1 10809166-3 - Intro to Ethics: Theory & App
Date:
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Delivery:
Online
Term:
2025 Fall Session 1

Class Notes

This class is taught live through online instruction. Students must attend class at the scheduled dates and times but can access the class anywhere using internet. For more information regarding this delivery and how to access your class, see www.nwtc.edu/onlinelivefaq.

The required digital course materials will be accessible via Canvas on or just prior to the first day of class.  The fee for the materials is included as part of the ‘Digital Material Access Fee’ on your tuition statement. The optional purchase of a print version of the textbook is available through the NWTC Bookstore.

Meetings Times

Dates Day(s) / Time Location
8/18/2025 - 10/13/2025 Online
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

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