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Course Title: Introduction to Philosophy
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Course Prefix & Number: PHIL1301
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Semester Credit Hours: 3
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Course Description:
A study of major issues in philosophy and/or the work of major philosophical figures in philosophy. Topics in philosophy may include theories of reality, theories of knowledge, theories of value, and their practical applications.
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Course Prerequisite(s): None
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Course Type:
o - Academic General Education Course (from Academic Course Guide Manual but not in NCTC Core)
X- Academic NCTC Core Curriculum Course
o - WECM Course
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Name of Instructor:
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Michael Mansfield
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Campus/Office Location:
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Corinth Room 331
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Telephone Number:
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940-498-6295
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E-mail Address:
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mmansfield@nctc.edu
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Office Hours: M/W 3:20-4:20pm or as scheduled
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Name of Chair/Coordinator:
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Crystal R.M. Wright
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Office Location:
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Gainesville Campus, Room 824
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Telephone Number:
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940-668-7731, ext. 4320
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E-mail Address:
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cwright@nctc.edu
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REQUIRED OR RECOMMENDED COURSE MATERIALS
Cahn. Classics of Western Philosophy. 8th edition. Hackett Publishing.
ISBN # 978-0-872-20859-9
GRADING CRITERIA
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# of Graded Course Elements
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Graded Course Elements
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Percentage or Points Values
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2
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Exams
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40.00%
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2
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Papers
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40.00%
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6
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Quizzes and Class Assignments
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20.00%
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STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES
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Student Learning Outcome
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At the successful completion of this course the student will be able to:
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Read, analyze, and critique philosophical texts.
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Demonstrate knowledge of key concepts, major arguments, problems, and terminology in philosophy.
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Present logically persuasive arguments both orally and in writing.
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Demonstrate critical thinking skills in evaluation and application of philosophical concepts to various aspects of life.
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Evaluate the personal and social responsibilities of living in a diverse world.
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CORE CURRICULUM FOUNDATIONAL COMPONENT AREA______________________________
Communication
Mathematics
Life and Physical Science
X Language, Philosophy & Culture
Creative Arts
History
Government/Political Science
Social and Behavioral Sciences
Component Area Option
REQUIRED CORE OBJECTIVES
X Critical Thinking
X Communication
o Empirical and Quantitative
o Teamwork
X Personal Responsibility
X Social Responsibility
Grading Grades are determined from your scores on two exams worth 20% each, two papers worth 20% each and a Quiz grade worth 20%. Your Quiz grade is determined by the average of the top 6 Quiz and Class Assignment grades; all others are dropped. Quizzes will be given throughout the semester and will usually cover the material assigned for that day. Quizzes will be given at the beginning of class and are intended to encourage regular reading and attendance. They cannot be made up. Makeup tests are only given in exceptional circumstances and must be arranged in advance with the instructor. Regular attendance and diligent note taking are very important for a thorough understanding of the material and for doing well on the papers and tests. (Points may also be taken off the final grade for cellphone usage and /or excessive exiting of the classroom while class is in session. See next section) A = 90-100, B = 80-89, C = 70-79, D = 60-69, F = 0-59.
Cellphone Usage/Classroom Decorum ABSOLUTELY NO CELLPHONE USAGE IN THE CLASSROOM. Points will be taken off the final grade for cellphone usage in the classroom and the student will be forced to leave the classroom. Points may also be taken off the final grade for excessive tardiness, leaving the classroom before the class period is finished, sleeping in class and any other breaches of expected classroom decorum.
Attendance Attendance will not be directly included in your grade, however, it is very important for you to attend class regularly in order to acquire a sufficient understanding of the material and to keep up with any changes in the schedule.
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Student Rights & Responsibilities
NCTC Board policy FLB (Local) Student Rights and Responsibilities states that each student shall be charged with notice and knowledge of the contents and provisions of the rules and regulations concerning student conduct. These rules and regulations are published in the Student Handbook published in conjunction with the College Catalog.
Scholastic Integrity
Scholastic dishonesty shall constitute a violation of college rules and regulations and is punishable as prescribed by Board policies. Scholastic dishonesty shall include, but not be limited to cheating on a test, plagiarism, and collusion. See the Student Handbook for more information.
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STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES
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Disability Services (OSD)
The Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD) provides accommodations for students who have a documented disability. On the Corinth Campus, go to room 170 or call 940-498-6207. On the Gainesville Campus, go to room 110 or call 940-668-4209. Students on the Bowie, Graham, Flower Mound, and online campuses should call 940-668-4209.
North Central Texas College is on record as being committed to both the spirit and letter of federal equal opportunity legislation, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, ADA Amendments Act of 2009, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (P.L. 93-112). http://www.nctc.edu/StudentServices/SupportServices/Disabilityservices.aspx
Student Success Center
The Student Success Center is designed to help all students at NCTC develop tools to achieve their academic goals. The center links students to FREE tutoring, including a Writing Center, a Math Lab, and free online tutoring in the evening. The program helps students acclimate to college by providing students free interactive workshops. For more information, please visit your nearest Student Success Center.
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Tobacco-Free Campus
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NCTC restricts the use of all tobacco products including cigarettes, cigars, pipes and smokeless tobacco on campus property.
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CORE CURRICULUM FOUNDATIONAL COMPONENT AREA______________________________
o Communication
o Mathematics
o Life and Physical Science
X Language, Philosophy & Culture
o Creative Arts
o History
o Government/Political Science
o Social and Behavioral Sciences
o Component Area Option
REQUIRED CORE OBJECTIVES
X Critical Thinking
X Communication
o Empirical and Quantitative
o Teamwork
X Personal Responsibility
X Social Responsibility
COURSE TYPE
o Academic General Education Course (from ACGM but not in NCTC Core)
X Academic NCTC Core Curriculum Course
o WECM Course
STUDENT HANDBOOK
Students are expected to follow all rules and regulations found in the student handbook. http://nctc.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2014-2015/Catalog/North-Central-Texas-College-Student-Handbook
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Name of Chair/Coordinator:
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Crystal R.M. Wright
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Office Location:
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Gainesville Campus, Room 824
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Telephone Number:
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940-668-7731, ext. 4320
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E-mail Address:
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cwright@nctc.edu
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Instructional Dean
Dr. Bruce King
1525 W. California St., Gainesville, Texas
bking@nctc.edu
940-668-4267
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Reading Schedule – Introduction to Philosophy – Spring 2018 – NCTC
Week Reading______________________________
Jan.15-17 January 15 – Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday – NO CLASSES
Introduction/Logic and Arguments
Pre-Socratics
Jan.22-24 Plato – Euthyphro
Plato - Apology
Jan.29-31 Plato - Apology
Plato - Crito
Feb.5-7 Plato - Crito
Martin Luther King, Jr. - Letter From A Birmingham Jail
Plato – The Symposium
Feb.12-14 Plato – The Republic
Feb.19-21 Plato – The Republic
Feb.26-28 Plato – The Republic
Aristotle- Nicomachean Ethics
Mar.5-7 Epicurus – Letter to Manoeceus /The Principle Doctrines
Epictetus - Encheiridion
Mar.12-17 Spring Break – NO CLASSES
Mar.19-21 Descartes – Meditations on First Philosophy
Mar.26-28 Hobbes – Leviathan
Locke – The Second Treatise of Government
Apr.2-4 Hume – A Enquiry Concerning Human Understanding
Apr.9-11 Kant – Grounding for the Metaphysics of Morals
Mill – Utilitarianism/ On Liberty
Apr.16-18 Mill – Utilitarianism/ On Liberty
Marx/Engels - The Communist Manifesto
Apr.23-25 Nietzsche - Twilight of the Idols
Apr.30-May2 Sartre – The Humanism of Existentialism
Environmental Ethics (Readings to be assigned)
May 9 Final Exam – 2:00 – 3:50pm
This schedule is approximate and subject to change. Other readings may be assigned. It is the student's responsibility to be aware of any changes.