What This Document Is
This is an official course proposal for PHIL 2113: International and Biomedical Ethics, offered at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities. It’s an internal administrative record detailing the framework for the course, outlining its core characteristics and justification for inclusion within the university’s curriculum. This document represents the foundational planning stages of the course, approved for implementation starting in Fall 2007. It’s a formal record used for academic catalog production, resource allocation, and ensuring alignment with university-wide goals.
Why This Document Matters
Students considering enrolling in PHIL 2113, or those interested in the course development process at the University of Minnesota, may find this document insightful. It’s particularly useful for understanding the intended scope and academic positioning of the course within the Humanities division. Researchers studying curriculum development or higher education administration might also benefit from reviewing this proposal. Understanding the initial course design can provide context when studying the course’s evolution or impact.
Common Limitations or Challenges
This document is *not* a substitute for the course syllabus or learning materials. It does not contain lecture notes, assigned readings, specific assignment details, or the actual ethical arguments explored within the course. It’s a high-level overview intended for administrative purposes, and therefore lacks the detailed content a student would encounter during the semester. It also doesn’t reflect any changes made to the course *after* its initial approval.
What This Document Provides
* Formal course title and description as initially proposed.
* Credit hour information and delivery method (classroom-based).
* Details regarding grading basis and honors course designation.
* Information on course frequency and typical term offerings.
* Academic unit assignments and financial aid considerations.
* Rationale for the course’s creation, linking it to university objectives.
* Identification of the General Education requirement fulfilled by the course.
* Record of approval dates and sponsoring faculty.
* Details regarding course equivalencies and prerequisite requirements.