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7 courses with the subject PHL, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.

PHL 101Introduction to Philosophy3

3 Lecture Hours Description This course is a study of basic philosophical problems including: the existence of God, the immortality of the soul, knowledge, the mind-body problem, ethics in society, subjectivism, objectivism and pragmatism, political problems arising from philosophical ideas and the theory of beauty. Learning Outcomes

Subject
PHL
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.ccac.edu
PHL 103Logic3

3 Lecture Hours Description This course is a non-mathematical approach to methods for everyday reasoning. Application to daily life is emphasized. Topics covered include analysis of statements; valid deductions - logical connections, syllogisms, their analysis and application; generalizing, classification and analogies; conditional arguments and common fallacies; and an introduction to symbolic logic. Learning Outcomes

Subject
PHL
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.ccac.edu
PHL 111Religions of the World3

3 Lecture Hours Description This course is a description of the origins, development and manifestations of major world religions. Students explore how people of different faiths practice and express their beliefs. Similarities and differences of different faiths are emphasized. Learning Outcomes

Subject
PHL
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.ccac.edu
PHL 155Ethics3

3 Lecture Hours Description This course is a study of selected topics from classical and contemporary ethics. Students examine the principles of moral evaluation and reasoning, factual judgment and responsibility. Learning Outcomes

Subject
PHL
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.ccac.edu
PHL 157Existentialism3

3 Lecture Hours Description This course is a study of philosophical questions arising from human existence: the nature of truth, freedom, responsibility, individuality and relationships with others. The writings of Kierkegaard, Neitzsche and other Existentialists are required reading. Learning Outcomes

Subject
PHL
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.ccac.edu
PHL 160Ethics in Business3

3 Lecture Hours Description This philosophy course in applied ethics exposes students to ethics theories and traditions. Students apply those theories to decision making in the business world. Learning Outcomes

Subject
PHL
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.ccac.edu
PHL 205Medical Ethics and Law3

3 Lecture Hours Description This course is an ethics seminar. Students are introduced to basic ethical concepts followed by problems in medical care such as professional responsibility and patient relationships. Ethical and legal issues are examined and laws having a bearing upon medical care are discussed. Learning Outcomes

Subject
PHL
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.ccac.edu

Source: Community College of Allegheny County's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 59