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Introduction to Ethics: Theory and App

Class Number: SOCSCI1 10809166-1 - 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: GPA greater/equal to 2.6; OR Next Gen Rdg score greater/equal to 250 AND Writing score greater/equal to 237; OR ACT Rdg score greater/equal to 15 AND English greater/equal to 15; OR 10-831-107, College Reading and Writing with a B or better)

Course Typically Offered

  • Summer
  • Fall
  • Spring

Most NWTC classes are offered in 8-week sessions. Learn more about how our class schedule can help you succeed.

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 10809166-1 - Intro to Ethics: Theory & App
Location:
NWTC Green Bay
Date:
-
Delivery:
In-Person
Term:
2026 Fall Session 1

Class Notes

Course Materials: 

  • Digital materials will be available on Canvas by the first day of class. 

  • The fee is included in your tuition statement as the 'Digital Material Access Fee'. 

  • You can optionally buy a print version of the textbook from the NWTC Bookstore.  

Meetings Times

Dates Day(s) / Time Location
8/17/2026 - 10/12/2026 Monday/Wednesday
1:30 PM - 4:20 PM
Green Bay Campus Room SC306

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