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Nursing {390} Courses in Nursing are administered by the School of Nursing.
Health Sciences Centre, Room 2J16, ext. 22407
http://www.fhs.mcmaster.ca/nursing/
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NURSING 3Y04 - Professional Nursing Practice V 4 unit(s)
This is an applied professional practice course in which students gain confidence in their emerging professional practice through a guided clinical practice in increasingly complex and diverse settings.
This course is evaluated on a Pass/Fail basis.
Twelve hours (professional practice and lab); one term
Prerequisite(s): NURSING 3X04 ; or NURSING 2AA3 (or 2AA4), NURSING 2T04 (or 3LL3)
Normally to be taken concurrently with NURSING 3TT3 .
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NURSING 3ZA3 - Professional Nursing Practice I for Basic Accelerated 3 unit(s)
This is an applied professional practice course in which students gain confidence in their emerging professional practice through a guided clinical practice in increasingly complex and diverse settings.
This course is evaluated on a Pass/Fail basis
Eighteen hours (professional practice and lab); one term
Prerequisite(s): NURSING 2J04
Antirequisite(s): NURSING 3X04
Offered in spring/summer term only.
Normally to be taken concurrently with NURSING 3V03 .
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NURSING 3ZB3 - Professional Nursing Practice II for Basic Accelerated 3 unit(s)
This is an applied professional practice course in which students gain confidence in their emerging professional practice through a guided clinical practice in increasingly complex and diverse settings.
This course is evaluated on a Pass/Fail basis.
Eighteen hours (professional practice and lab); one term
Prerequisite(s): NURSING 3ZA3
Antirequisite(s): NURSING 3Y04
Offered in spring/summer term only.
Normally to be taken concurrently with NURSING 3V03 .
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NURSING 4B06 - Leadership and Management 6 unit(s)
Introduction to theories and methods of interprofessional leadership and management integrating nursing and health care and management disciplines. Offered in on-site tutorial, distance education webconference online and independent study formats. A certificate of completion is granted upon successful completion of the course.
Four hours (tutorial or equivalent); six hours (independent study in workplace); one term
Prerequisite(s): Registered Nurse or health care professional with a minimum of one year clinical experience and permission of the instructor
Antirequisite(s): HTH SCI 4E06
Offered in on-site tutorial, distance education, on-line webconference or independent study formats
Enrolment is limited.
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NURSING 4DD6 - Advanced Leadership and Management 6 unit(s)
This advanced course builds upon NURSING 4B06 content. It integrates theories and research in leadership and management to enhance the health care provider’s knowledge of key issues in today’s workplace.
Four hours (tutorial or equivalent), six hours (independent study in an organization); one term
Prerequisite(s): NURSING 4B06
Antirequisite(s): HTH SCI 4DD6
Offered in on-site tutorial, distance education online webconference, or independent study formats
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NURSING 4FF3 - Integrative Leadership Project 3 unit(s)
Students integrate learning and demonstrate a leadership role in addressing a real health care issue. Students work with both a tutor and a health care leader to address a mutually agreed upon leadership issue in the workplace.
Three hours (seminar and clinical lab); one term
Prerequisite(s): NURSING 4B06 , 4DD6 , 4I03 , 4HH3 , 4Z03
Antirequisite(s): HTH SCI 4FF3
Offered in on-site tutorial, distance education on-line webconference, or independent study formats
Normally to be taken concurrently with NURSING 4K07 or NURSING 4T06 .
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NURSING 4H03 - Issues in Global Health 3 unit(s)
An introduction to the determinants of inequalities in the health of select populations in Canadian and international contexts as viewed through the lenses of historical development, political economy and medical anthropology.
Three hours (lecture/seminar); one term
Prerequisite(s): HTH SCI 2RR3 or 3B03; and registration in Level III or IV of any stream of the B.Sc.N. program
Antirequisite(s): COLLAB 4H03 , HTH SCI 4H03
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NURSING 4HH3 - Quality Management 3 unit(s)
This course focuses on the role of leadership in quality management in health care organizations. Theories, concepts and best practices are utilized to examine issues in the health care work environments. Concepts studied include patient safety, safety culture, benchmarks and scorecards, program evaluation and risk/utilization management.
Three hours (lecture/seminar); one term
Prerequisite(s): Registered Nurse or health care professional and permission of the instructor
Antirequisite(s): HTH SCI 4HH3
Offered in on-site tutorial format, distance education online webconference, or independent study formats
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NURSING 4I03 - Leading Interprofessional Teams 3 unit(s)
This course studies types and structures of interprofessional teams in health care organizations. Theories and concepts related to leadership, communication and health systems are applied in the current work environment.
Three hours (problem-based tutorial or equivalent); one term
Prerequisite(s): Registered Nurse or health care professional and permission of the instructor
Antirequisite(s): HTH SCI 4I03
Offered in on-site tutorial, distance education online webconference, and independent study formats.
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NURSING 4J07 - Professional Nursing Practice VI 7 unit(s)
This course focuses on the application of theory and concepts to clinical practice, including the introduction to the leadership role in patient care. Students are individually placed in a variety of health-care settings.
This course is evaluated on a Pass/Fail basis.
24 hours (clinical lab, including tutorials); one term
Prerequisite(s): NURSING 3X04 or NURSING 3Y04
Normally to be taken concurrently with NURSING 4P04 .
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NURSING 4K07 - Professional Nursing Practice VII 7 unit(s)
A continuation of NURSING 4J07 .
This course is evaluated on a Pass/Fail basis.
24 hours (clinical lab, including tutorials); one term
Prerequisite(s): NURSING 4J07
Antirequisite(s): NURSING 4K10
Normally to be taken concurrently with NURSING 4Q03 or NURSING 4Q04 .
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NURSING 4K10 - Professional Practice and the New Graduate 10 unit(s)
As an applied professional practice course, students focus on the integration and application of research, theory and concepts to professional practice, including an introduction to the leadership role in client care. Students are individually placed in a variety of contexts, where they are actively involved in the enactment of the nursing role.
This course is evaluated on a Pass/Fail basis.
24 hours, professional practice and lab (six weeks), 35-36 hours, professional practice and lab (six - seven weeks); one term
Prerequisite(s): NURSING 4J07
Antirequisite(s): NURSING 4K07
Normally to be taken concurrently with NURSING 4Q03 or NURSING 4Q04 .
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NURSING 4P04 - Advanced Nursing Concepts I 4 unit(s)
This course is designed to allow students to explore first hand some of the facets and elements of the act of leading in the everyday world of professional nursing. The focus on leading will be on the challenges and issues of nurses’ work. This course engages students in learning about the meaning of leading through influence.
Three and one half hours (small group tutorial); one term
Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level IV of any stream of the B.Sc.N. program
Antirequisite(s): NURSING 4E03
Normally to be taken concurrently with NURSING 4J07 , NURSING 4S06 or NURSING 4T06
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NURSING 4Q03 - Advanced Nursing Concepts II 3 unit(s)
This course engages students in exploring the meaning of becoming a nurse. Transitioning into this role draws upon their understanding of what nursing is and the possibilities for action in professional practice involvements. This course also provides learning activities that accentuate the exploration of becoming a professional, interprofessional collaboration, and self-regulation.
Six hours (small group tutorial); seven weeks, one term
Prerequisite(s): NURSING 4P04
Antirequisite(s): NURSING 4F03, NURSING 4Q04
Normally to be taken concurrently with NURSING 4K10 , NURSING 4S06 OR NURSING 4T06 .
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NURSING 4Q04 - Advanced Nursing Concepts II 4 unit(s)
A continuation of NURSING 4P04 . Students focus on the integration and application of relevant concepts and theories to the exploration of professional issues in nursing and the health care system.
Three and one half hours (student-facilitated tutorials), resource lectures; one term
Prerequisite(s): NURSING 4P04
Antirequisite(s): NURSING 4F03
Normally to be taken concurrently with NURSING 4K07 , NURSING 4S06 or NURSING 4T06 .
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NURSING 4S06 - Guided Nursing Practice I - Community-Based Care 6 unit(s)
An applied nursing practice experience in a community-based health care setting with emphasis on skill development in health promotion, health education and community assessment.
This course is evaluated on a Pass/Fail basis.
Twelve hours (clinical lab), two hours (tutorials); one term
Prerequisite(s): WHMIS 1A00 (or NURSING 1A00), NURSING 3VV3 and registration in Level IV of the B.Sc.N. (B) Stream
Normally to be taken concurrently with either NURSING 4P04 , NURSING 4Q03 or NURSING 4Q04 .
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NURSING 4T06 - Guided Nursing Practice II 6 unit(s)
An applied nursing practice course which emphasizes integration of theory and development of independent decision-making capacity in a selected area of clinical practice basis.
This course is evaluated on a Pass/Fail basis.
Twelve hours (clinical lab), two hours (tutorials); one term
Prerequisite(s): WHMIS 1A00 (or NURSING 1A00) and registration in Level IV of the B.Sc.N. (B) Stream
Not open to students with credit in NURSING 4L06, 4M06 or 4N06. Normally to be taken concurrently with either , NURSING 4Q03 or NURSING 4Q04 .
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NURSING 4Z03 - Conflict Management 3 unit(s)
This course explores types and processes of conflict in health care organizations. Application of theories and principles of conflict and negotiations to situations in the health care environment.
Three hours (tutorial); one term
Prerequisite(s): A minimum of one year clinical work experience in a health care profession and permission of the instructor
Antirequisite(s): HTH SCI 4Z03
Offered in on-site tutorial, distance education online webconference, and independent study formats
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Ojibwe {406} Courses in Ojibwe are administered by the Indigenous Studies Program.
Hamilton Hall, Room 103, ext. 27426
http://www.mcmaster.ca/indigenous
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If no prerequisite is listed, the course is open. |
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OJIBWE 1Z03 - Introduction to Ojibwe Language and Culture 3 unit(s)
This course will study the Ojibwe language, in its spoken and written forms, in the context of Ojibwe cultural traditions, values, beliefs and customs.
Three hours (lecture and seminars); one term
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OJIBWE 2Z03 - Intermediate Ojibwe 3 unit(s)
This course expands on the vocabulary and the oral skills for the Ojibwe language. In addition, the course reviews the written component of the language.
Three hours (lecture and seminars); one term
Prerequisite(s): OJIBWE 1Z03
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Origins {412} Courses in Origins are administered by the Origins Institute.
Burke Science Building, Room 109, ext. 21912
http://origins.mcmaster.ca/
Note
Students who fail to meet the prerequisite of ORIGINS 4A09 will not be permitted to continue in the Origins Research Specialization. However, if appropriate requirements have been met, students may apply to graduate with the Minor in Origins Research.
Courses
If no prerequisite is listed, the course is open. |
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ORIGINS 1IO3 - Introduction to Origins Research 3 unit(s)
Students answer questions related to the six origins themes in a mixed format including lectures, discussions, group work, and debate.
Prerequisite(s): Registration in a program in the Faculty of Science. Priority will be given to students in Level I.
Not open to students with credit or registration in ASTRON 2B03 , ORIGINS 2B03 , (or SCIENCE 2B03), ORIGINS 2LU3 .
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ORIGINS 2B03 - Big Questions 3 unit(s)
Ultimate questions in modern science are surveyed with emphasis on physical sciences: origin of space-time, elements and structure in the cosmos (stars, planets, galaxies).
Three lectures, one tutorial; first term
Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level II or above of an Honours (Origins Research Specialization) program
Antirequisite(s): ASTRON 2B03 , SCIENCE 2B03
Note: Students for whom this course would constitute an elective should register in ASTRON 2B03 .
This course is administered by the Department of Physics and Astronomy.
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ORIGINS 2LU3 - Life in the Universe 3 unit(s)
Ultimate questions in modern science are surveyed with emphasis on life sciences (and relevance to astrobiology): origin of life, species and biodiversity, and humanity.
Two lectures, one tutorial; one term
Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level II or above. Completion of ASTRON 2B03 or ORIGINS 2B03 is recommended.
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ORIGINS 3A03 - Origin of Space-Time 3 unit(s)
The origin of space-time is explored: the Big Bang and early universe (and relevant cosmology, particle physics, and mathematics).
Three lectures/seminars; one term
Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level III or above of an Honours program in the Faculty of Science or the Arts and Science Origins Specialization
Offered in alternate years.
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ORIGINS 3B03 - Origins of Elements 3 unit(s)
The origins of elements are explored: formation and distribution in the universe (and relevant astrophysics, nuclear physics, and chemistry).
Three lectures/seminars; one term
Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level III or above of an Honours program in the Faculty of Science or the Arts and Science Origins Specialization
Offered in alternate years.
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ORIGINS 3C03 - Origins of Structure in the Cosmos 3 unit(s)
The origins of structure in the cosmos is explored: star, planet, galaxy and large-scale structure formation.
Three lectures/seminars; one term
Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level III or above of an Honours program in the Faculty of Science or the Arts and Science Origins Specialization
Offered in alternate years.
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ORIGINS 3D03 - Origin of Life 3 unit(s)
The origin(s) of life and astrobiology are explored: star formation, planetary systems and exoplanets, planetary processes, meteorite impacts, origin of life and genetic code experiments, evolution among the domains of life, ‘transpermia’ and extreme tolerant organisms.
Three lectures, one tutorial; one term
Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level III or above of an Honours program in the Faculty of Science or the Arts and Science Origins Specialization
Offered in alternate years.
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ORIGINS 3E03 - Origins of Species and Biodiversity 3 unit(s)
The origins of species and biodiversity are explored: organisms are surveyed from a ‘tree-of-life’ perspective, by identifying and assessing critically the data according to which researchers define groups.
Three lectures, one tutorial; one term
Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level III or above of an Honours program in the Faculty of Science or the Arts and Science Origins Specialization
Offered in alternate years.
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ORIGINS 3F03 - Origin of Humanity 3 unit(s)
The origin of humanity is explored: origin of Homo species, consciousness (and relevant neuroscience), language, and culture.
Three lectures/seminars; one term
Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level III or above of an Honours program in the Faculty of Science or the Arts and Science Origins Specialization
Offered in alternate years.
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ORIGINS 3IO3 - Inquiry in Origins Research 3 unit(s)
An independent research study project conducted under supervision from a faculty member in the Origins Institute.
Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level III or above of an Honours (Origins Research Specialization) program and permission of the Course Coordinator
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ORIGINS 4A09 - Origins Research Thesis 9 unit(s)
A thesis based on a research project conducted by a student under supervision by a committee including at least one faculty member in the Origins Institute (the Associate Director may fulfill this criterion in a co-supervisory role).
One seminar (one hour), one tutorial; two terms
Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level IV of an Honours (Origins Research Specialization) program with a minimum C.A. of 7.5, permission of the supervising instructor, and approval from the Associate Director (See Note above.)
Co-requisite(s): ORIGINS 4RS3
Not open to students with credit or registration in any department- or program-based thesis or independent study/project course.
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ORIGINS 4RS3 - Origins Research Seminar 3 unit(s)
A weekly seminar with speakers from the Origins Institute Colloquium series in which students discuss research related to the six origins themes.
One seminar (one hour), one tutorial; two terms
Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level IV of an Honours (Origins Research Specialization) program
Co-requisite(s): ORIGINS 4A09
Antirequisite(s): ORIGINS 3S03
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Peace Studies {417} Courses in Peace Studies are administered by the Centre for Peace Studies / Office of Interdisciplinary Studies.
Togo Salmon Hall, Room 314, ext. 27734
http://www.humanities.mcmaster.ca/~peace
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PEACE ST 1A03 - Introduction to Peace Studies 3 unit(s)
An introduction to the discipline of peace research, focusing on the concepts of peace, war, security, conflict, violence and nonviolence, and examining the roles of values and ideologies in the attainment of peace.
Three hours (two lectures, one tutorial); one term
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PEACE ST 2A03 - Conflict Transformation: Theory and Practice 3 unit(s)
An examination of ways of preventing, resolving and transforming conflicts in everyday life, in our own culture and others, and in the arenas of family, business, the law, schools and large-scale political conflicts.
Three hours (lectures and discussion); one term
Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level II or above
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PEACE ST 2B03 - Human Rights and Social Justice 3 unit(s)
An introduction to the growing national and international discussion of human rights, exploring the value and limitations of universal rights, equality under the law and social justice.
Three hours; one term
Prerequisite(s): PEACE ST 1A03 ; or WOMEN ST 1A03 or 1AA3 ; or registration in Level II or above of a program in Indigenous Studies, Labour Studies, or Peace Studies.
Cross-list(s): LABR ST 2W03 , WOMEN ST 2A03
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PEACE ST 2BB3 - Introduction to the Study of War 3 unit(s)
A Peace Studies approach to the study of war, including the effects of war on people, societies and the earth. War prevention processes will be examined at the levels of interstate and state politics, social movements, and individual peace.
Three hours (two lectures, one tutorial); one term
Prerequisite(s): PEACE ST 1A03 and registration in Level II or above; or registration in a program in Peace Studies
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PEACE ST 2C03 - Peace and Popular Culture 3 unit(s)
This course conveys concepts of peace in popular culture in selected periods and places, with emphasis on the post-WWII period, and including contemporary manifestations.
Three hours (two lectures, one tutorial); one term
Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level II or above
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PEACE ST 2D03 - Moral Issues 3 unit(s)
An introduction to moral philosophy, through a consideration of issues in health care ethics. Topics such as abortion, human experimentation, euthanasia, genetic screening will be investigated.
Two lectures, one tutorial; one term
Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level II or above
Cross-list(s): PHILOS 2D03 , RELIG ST 2C03
This course is administered by the Department of Philosophy.
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PEACE ST 2F03 - Modern Middle Eastern Societies 3 unit(s)
A survey of the political and cultural history of the Middle East from 1800 to the present, with emphasis on contemporary social problems emerging from post-WWI colonialism, nationalism, Islamism and Arab-Israeli relations.
Three hours (lectures and discussion); one term
Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level II or above
Cross-list(s): HISTORY 2A03
This course is administered by the Department of History.
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PEACE ST 2I03 - Social and Political Issues 3 unit(s)
A philosophical exploration of current social and political issues. Topics may include discrimination, violence, environmental problems, poverty, liberty, equality, democracy, or terrorism.
Two lectures, one tutorial; one term
Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level II or above
Cross-list(s): PHILOS 2G03
This course is administered by the Department of Philosophy.
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PEACE ST 2II3 - Modern Germany 3 unit(s)
This course examines the complexities of German social and political history since 1890, including World War One, Third Reich, cold war division, questions of national identity and the peaceful revolution of 1989.
Three hours (lectures and discussion groups); one term
Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level II or above
Cross-list(s):
This course is administered by the Department of History.
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PEACE ST 2J03 - Africa up to 1800 3 unit(s)
Survey of the political, social and economic history of Africa including the evolution of early human cultures, the rise and fall of civilizations and the contact between Africans and Europeans.
Three hours (lectures and discussion); one term
Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level II or above
Cross-list(s): HISTORY 2J03
This course is administered by the Department of History.
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PEACE ST 2JJ3 - Africa Since 1800 3 unit(s)
Survey of the political, social and economic history of Africa including the partitioning of the continent, the practices of European imperialism, independence and the process of national building.
Three hours (lectures and discussion); one term
Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level II or above
Cross-list(s): HISTORY 2JJ3
This course is administered by the Department of History.
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PEACE ST 2TT3 - Ethical Issues in Communication 3 unit(s)
This course will examine ethical issues as they arise in interpersonal communication, social media, and mass communication. The dominant moral theories and approaches to moral decision-making will be analyzed and put to use to help students understand and evaluate concrete examples.
Three hours (lectures and discussion); one term
Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level II or above
Antirequisite(s): CMST 3N03, PEACE ST 3N03
Cross-list(s): CMST 2TT3 , PHILOS 2TT3
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PEACE ST 2UV3 - American Foreign Relations since 1898 3 unit(s)
Survey of major events and turning points of U.S. diplomatic history since the late 19th century. Emphasis on cultural dimensions of the American empire and selected historiographical controversies.
Three hours (two lectures, one tutorial); one term
Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level II or above
Antirequisite(s): HISTORY 3II3, PEACE ST 3II3
Cross-list(s): HISTORY 2UV3
This course is administered by the Department of History.
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PEACE ST 3A03 - Critical Race Studies 3 unit(s)
This course examines contemporary debates in critical race theory in an attempt to critically decode the operations of race in literary and cultural texts.
Three hours; one term
Prerequisite(s): Registration in a program in Cultural Studies and Critical Theory, English, Justice, Political Philosophy and Law, or Peace Studies
Antirequisite(s): COMP LIT 3RR3
Cross-list(s): CSCT 3A03 , ENGLISH 3A03 , WOMEN ST 3H03
This course is administered by the Department of English and Cultural Studies.
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PEACE ST 3B03 - Peace-Building and Health Initiatives 3 unit(s)
An examination of the multiple links between health and peace, concentrating on social determinants; conflict reduction; food, sanitation and water supplies; and violence prevention; in crisis and non-crisis situations.
Three hours (lectures and discussion); one term
Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level II or above
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PEACE ST 3C03 - Research Methods for Peace Studies 3 unit(s)
Introduction to applied research methods for peace studies and exploration of peace research applications.
Seminar (two hours); one term
Prerequisite(s): At least six units of Peace Studies; and registration in Level III or above of a program in Peace Studies; and permission of the Director of Peace Studies
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PEACE ST 3D03 - Globalization and Peace 3 unit(s)
Investigation of complex systems approaches to understanding how social-cultural-ecological change influences globalization and peace.
Seminar (two hours); one term
Prerequisite(s): At least six units of Peace Studies, and registration in Level III or above
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PEACE ST 3E06 - Postcolonial Cultures: Theory and Practice 6 unit(s)
A study of contemporary texts including literature, film, art and other forms of popular culture that engage the implications of living in a postcolonial world. Close consideration will be given to issues of imperialism, globalization, race, gender, ethnicity, nation, language and representation.
Three hours; two terms
Prerequisite(s): Registration in the Combined Honours in Peace Studies Program
Antirequisite(s): COMP LIT 3R06
Cross-list(s): CSCT 3R06 , ENGLISH 3R06
This course is administered by the Department of English and Cultural Studies.
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PEACE ST 3E06 - Postcolonial Cultures: Theory and Practice 6 unit(s)
A study of contemporary texts including literature, film, art and other forms of popular culture that engage the implications of living in a postcolonial world. Close consideration will be given to issues of imperialism, globalization, race, gender, ethnicity, nation, language and representation.
Three hours; two terms
Prerequisite(s): Registration in the Combined Honours in Peace Studies Program
Antirequisite(s): COMP LIT 3R06
Cross-list(s): CSCT 3R06 , ENGLISH 3R06
This course is administered by the Department of English and Cultural Studies.
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PEACE ST 3HH3 - Justice and Social Welfare 3 unit(s)
Human rights and the role of law in enhancing civil liberties in Canada. Social work, law and social change. Study of selected issues and review of administrative discretion.
Seminars; one term
Prerequisite(s): Registration in a Social Work program; or SOC WORK 1A06 and registration in Level III or above of any program
Cross-list(s): SOC WORK 3H03
This course may be taken as elective credit by undergraduates in Level III or above of a non-Social Work program who have completed SOC WORK 1A06. This course is administered by the School of Social Work.
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PEACE ST 3M03 - Philosophies of War and Peace 3 unit(s)
A philosophical appraisal of the rationality and morality of the conduct of war and proposals for fostering peace among nations.
Three lectures; one term
Prerequisite(s): At least six units of Philosophy, and registration in Level III or IV of any program; or registration in Level III or IV of the Combined Honours in Peace Studies Program
Cross-list(s): PHILOS 3P03
This course is administered by the Department of Philosophy.
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PEACE ST 3P03 - Practicum: Practical Peace Building 3 unit(s)
Exploration of service, entrepreneurship, and other modes of engagement with practical peace building through workplace experience.
This course is evaluated on a Pass/Fail basis.
Student-initiated voluntary placement for one day per week under supervised practice; one term
Prerequisite(s): At least six units of Peace Studies; and registration in Level III or above of a program in Peace Studies; and permission of the Director of Peace Studies
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PEACE ST 3W03 - Contemporary Native Literature in Canada 3 unit(s)
A study of significant works by Native writers who give voice to their experience in Canada. Issues examined include appropriation of voice, native identity, women in indigenous societies, and stereotyping.
Three hours (lectures and seminars); one term
Prerequisite(s): Six units of Level II Indigenous Studies or six units of Level II English or permission of the instructor
Cross-list(s): CSCT 3W03 , ENGLISH 3W03 , INDIG ST 3D03
This course is administered by Indigenous Studies.
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PEACE ST 3X03 - Contemporary Native Literature in the United States 3 unit(s)
A study of contemporary works by Native writers in the United States within the context of American society and Post-Modern and Post-Colonial Literary Theory.
Three hours (lectures and seminars); one term
Prerequisite(s): Six units of Level II Indigenous Studies or six units of Level II English or permission of the instructor
Cross-list(s): CSCT 3X03 , ENGLISH 3X03 , INDIG ST 3E03
This course is administered by Indigenous Studies.
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PEACE ST 3XX3 - Human Rights in History 3 unit(s)
A thematic examination of the global historical evolution of the notion of human rights from antiquity up to the Universal Declaration of Human Rights in the 20th century.
Three hours (lectures and discussion); one term
Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level II or above
Cross-list(s): HISTORY 3XX3
This course is administered by the Department of History.
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PEACE ST 3Y03 - Special Topics in Peace Studies 3 unit(s)
Consult the Peace Studies Office for the topic to be offered.
Seminar (three hours); one term
Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level III or IV of the Combined Honours in Peace Studies Program
PEACE ST 3Y03 may be repeated, if on a different topic, to a total of six units.
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PEACE ST 3YY3 - Britain and the First World War 3 unit(s)
This course is designed to be an in-depth thematic exploration of the British experience of the First World War Military, political, social, economic, technological and cultural issues and concerns will be considered.
Three hours (lectures and discussion); one term
Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level II or above
Antirequisite(s): HISTORY 3RR3, PEACE ST 3RR3
Cross-list(s): HISTORY 3YY3
This course is administered by the Department of History.
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PEACE ST 3Z03 - Women and Men in War and Peace 3 unit(s)
This course focuses on how gender and other differences shape our experiences of war and struggles for a more peaceful world.
Three hours; one term
Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level III or IV of the Combined Honours in Peace Studies Program or permission of the Director
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PEACE ST 4A03 - Research Seminar 3 unit(s)
An interdisciplinary examination of selected topics of current relevance to peace research.
Seminar (two hours); one term.
Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level III or IV of the Combined Honours in Peace Studies Program
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PEACE ST 4B03 - Independent Research 3 unit(s)
Students develop and execute their own research projects, in regular consultation with a faculty supervisor, and produce and orally defend a substantial paper. May include a practicum component.
Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level III or IV of the Combined Honours in Peace Studies Program with a Cumulative Average of at least 8.5, and permission of the Director of Peace Studies
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PEACE ST 4C03 - Topics in Theory of Value 3 unit(s)
This course covers a variety of areas and practices in value theory which may include issues arising in morality, geopolitics, art, religion, and economics.
Seminar (three hours); one term
Prerequisite(s): One of PHILOS 3C03 , 3CC3 , 3G03 and registration in Level IV of any program in Peace Studies or Philosophy
Cross-list(s): PHILOS 4B03
Offered in alternate years.
PEACE ST 4C03 may be repeated, if on a different topic, to a total of six units.
This course is administered by the Department of Philosophy.
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PEACE ST 4E03 - Peer-to-Peer Problem-Based Inquiry 3 unit(s)
Selected problems of system change investigated in student-led, peer-to-peer problem-based inquiry emphasizing engagement through action-learning.
Seminar (two hours); one term
Prerequisite(s): At least six units of Peace Studies; and registration in Level IV of a program in Peace Studies; and permission of the Director of Peace Studies
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PEACE ST 4E06 - Peace Research Inquiry 6 unit(s)
In-depth, student-led, peer-to-peer problem-based inquiry emphasizing engagement through Peace research.
Seminar (two hours); two terms
Prerequisite(s): At least six units of Peace Studies; and registration in Level IV of a program in Peace Studies; and permission of the Director of Peace Studies
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PEACE ST 4FC3 - Experiential Learning, Theory and Practice 3 unit(s)
Intensive experiential learning: examining theory and practice in situ through action learning and/or action research. Preparatory instruction on campus will precede field work and/or travel. Students and project-partners will explore problem-based learning opportunities.
Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level III or IV of any program and permission of the instructor
Offered during the Spring/Summer Session only.
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PEACE ST 4G03 - Peace Through Health: Praxis 3 unit(s)
Exploring global perspectives of peace through health, addressing social determinants of health, gender and environment, and examining individual and institutional leadership, using problem-based and experiential learning.
Seminar (two hours); one term
Prerequisite(s): One of PEACE ST 1A03 or PEACE ST 2C03 ; and registration in Level IV of a program in Peace Studies; or permission of the Director of Peace Studies
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PEACE ST 4GG3 - Nation and Genocide in the Modern World 3 unit(s)
A thematic study of genocide and mass murder in the twentieth century from a human rights perspective. The first part of the course covers the theoretical and legal aspects of genocide studies. The second part explores specifi c case studies of colonial massacres, the Holocaust, and the Cambodian and Rwandan genocides.
Seminar (two hours); one term
Prerequisite(s): One of HISTORY 3FF3 , PEACE ST 2JJ3 or PEACE ST 3XX3 ; and registration in Level IV of any Honours program in Peace Studies
Cross-list(s): HISTORY 4G03
This course is administered by the Department of History. Departmental permission required.
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PEACE ST 4IP3 - The Literature of Israel and Palestine 3 unit(s)
Through the study of relevant literature and fi lm, with a focus on contemporary Israeli and Arab texts, students gain a context for the exploration of conflicts in the Middle East.
Seminar (two hours); one term
Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level III or above of a program in Peace Studies
Cross-list(s): CSCT 4IP3 , ENGLISH 4IP3
Departmental permission required. This course is administered by the Department of English and Cultural Studies.
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PEACE ST 4J03 - International Law, Peace and Ecology 3 unit(s)
Selected problems and processes of international law linking culture and ecology and exploring the consequences for peace.
Seminar (two hours); one term
Prerequisite(s): One of PEACE ST 1A03 or PEACE ST 2C03 ; and registration in Level IV of a program in Peace Studies; or permission of the Director of Peace Studies
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PEACE ST 4K03 - International Agency and Peace 3 unit(s)
Overview of selected governmental and non-governmental organizations operating at the international level, emphasizing global citizenship and student involvement.
Seminar (two hours); one term
Prerequisite(s): One of PEACE ST 1A03 or PEACE ST 2C03 ; and registration in Level IV of a program in Peace Studies; or permission of the Director of Peace Studies
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PEACE ST 4L03 - Peace, Environment and Health 3 unit(s)
Selected environmental issues influencing peace and health. Topics may include social, ecological and economic perspectives on global change, biodiversity and water issues locally and globally.
Seminar (two hours); one term
Prerequisite(s): One of PEACE ST 1A03 or PEACE ST 2C03 ; and registration in Level IV of a program in Peace Studies; or permission of the Director of Peace Studies
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Pharmacology {419} Courses in Pharmacology are administered by the Honours Biology & Pharmacology Co-op Program.
http://www.science.mcmaster.ca/biopharm
These courses are available only to those students registered in Honours Biology and Pharmacology.
Note
PHARMAC 3A06 , 3B06 , 4A03 , 4AA3 , 4C03 , 4D03 and 4E03 will be based on self-directed problem based learning.
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PHARMAC 3A06 - Introduction to Pharmacology 6 unit(s)
Principles of pharmacodynamics, principles of pharmacokinetics. Drugs acting on the CNS, female reproductive system, autonomic nervous system and respiratory system. Antimicrobials.
One tutorial (three hours); two terms
Prerequisite(s): Registration in the Honours Biology and Pharmacology program
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PHARMAC 3B06 - Methods in Pharmacology 6 unit(s)
Experimental methods for the study of drugs in vitro. Interpretation and communication of experimental data. Design and conduct of a Discovery Project.
One lab (three hours); two terms
Prerequisite(s): Credit or registration in PHARMAC 3A06
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PHARMAC 4A03 - Receptor-Drug Interactions 3 unit(s)
Receptor classification, receptor theory, stimulus response coupling, second messengers.
One tutorial (three hours); one term
Prerequisite(s): PHARMAC 3A06
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PHARMAC 4AA3 - Advanced Topics in Pharmacology 3 unit(s)
New developments in pharmacology, with an emphasis on mechanisms of drug action.
One tutorial (three hours); one term
Prerequisite(s): PHARMAC 4A03
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PHARMAC 4C03 - Principles of Toxicology 3 unit(s)
General principles of toxicology, adverse effects of selected agents on humans and other organisms.
One tutorial (three hours); one term
Prerequisite(s): PHARMAC 3A06
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PHARMAC 4D03 - Drug Design 3 unit(s)
Principles of drug design based on drug transport, metabolism and selectivity of action at the target sites with emphasis on quantitative structure-activity relationships.
One tutorial (three hours); one term
Prerequisite(s): PHARMAC 3A06 , PHARMAC 4A03
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PHARMAC 4E03 - Social Pharmacology 3 unit(s)
Epidemiological analysis of drug use in humans; adverse drug reactions; legal and economic aspects of drug utilization, prescribing patterns in national and international contexts.
One tutorial (three hours); one term
Prerequisite(s): PHARMAC 3A06
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PHARMAC 4F09 - Senior Thesis 9 unit(s)
A thesis based upon a research project carried out under the direction of a supervisor approved by the Committee of Instruction.
Prerequisite(s): PHARMAC 3A06
Not open to students with credit or registration in any Level IV department or program-based thesis or independent study/project course.
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Philosophy {420} Courses in Philosophy are administered by the Department of Philosophy.
University Hall, Room 310, ext. 24275
http://www.humanities.mcmaster.ca/~philos
Department Notes
- The Department of Philosophy offers courses in four major areas of Philosophy, namely History of Philosophy, Logic, Ethics and Theory of Value, and Theory of Knowledge and Metaphysics. Students are advised to include courses from each of these areas in their programs.
- Students are advised to note carefully the prerequisites for all courses. Students who do not meet the specified prerequisites for a course may, in exceptional circumstances, obtain permission of the instructor to take the course. Note that not all courses are offered every year. Please consult the university Master Schedule, however all required courses are offered every year.
- Students interested in registering in PHILOS 3W03 , 4W03 are strongly encouraged to obtain permission from the Departmental Undergraduate Counsellor by the end of May of the preceding year. Access to these courses cannot be guaranteed beyond that date.
- Students interested in pursuing graduate work in Philosophy are encouraged to take PHILOS 3E03 .
- Students in Level 3 of an Honours Philosophy program may seek permission from the Departmental Undergraduate Counsellor to gain access to Level 4 courses.
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PHILOS 1A03 - Philosophical Texts 3 unit(s)
An introduction to philosophy through the close reading of selected classical texts. Authors to be considered may include Plato, Descartes, Hobbes, Hume, Marx, Mill, Nietzsche, Russell, and De Beauvoir.
Two lectures, one tutorial; one term
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PHILOS 1B03 - Philosophy, Law and Society 3 unit(s)
An introduction to social, political, legal and moral philosophy. Topics to be discussed may include ecology, health-care ethics, civil rights, and alternative views of human nature, the state, social conflict, inequality and justice.
Two lectures, one tutorial; one term
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PHILOS 1C03 - Philosophy in Literature 3 unit(s)
An introduction to philosophy through the study of literature. The course shows how works of literary art treat such philosophical issues as the nature of morality, the possibility of freedom, human nature, the self, and religious belief.
Two lectures, one tutorial; one term
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PHILOS 1D03 - Philosophy and the Sciences 3 unit(s)
An introduction to philosophical issues arising from modern science and technology. Topics to be discussed may include science versus pseudo-science, the nature of scientific explanation, the impact of science on society, and the contribution of society to the development of science.
Two lectures, one tutorial; one term
Not open to students with credit or registration in PHILOS 3D03 .
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PHILOS 1E03 - Problems of Philosophy 3 unit(s)
A critical investigation of philosophical arguments concerning such topics as God, politics, morality, human nature, knowledge, and art.
Two lectures, one tutorial; one term
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PHILOS 2B03 - Introductory Logic 3 unit(s)
Sentential and quantification logics are introduced and applied to arguments in English.
Two lectures; one tutorial; one term
Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level II or above
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PHILOS 2CT3 - Critical Thinking 3 unit(s)
This course aims to improve skills in analyzing and evaluating arguments and presentations found in everyday life and academic contexts, and to improve critical judgment.
Two lectures; one tutorial; one term
Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level II or above
Antirequisite(s): ARTS&SCI 1B06, HUMAN 2C03
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PHILOS 2D03 - Moral Issues 3 unit(s)
An introduction to moral philosophy, through a consideration of issues in health care ethics. Topics such as abortion, human experimentation, euthanasia, and genetic screening will be investigated.
Two lectures, one tutorial; one term
Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level II or above
Antirequisite(s): HTH SCI 3L03
Cross-list(s): PEACE ST 2D03 , RELIG ST 2C03
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PHILOS 2E03 - Classical Chinese Philosophy 3 unit(s)
Introductory survey of classical Chinese philosophy, especially Confucianism and Daoism. Readings include Confucius, Mencius, Laozi and Zhuangzi.
Two lectures, one tutorial; one term
Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level II or above
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PHILOS 2F03 - Philosophical Psychology 3 unit(s)
A consideration of such questions as: In what terms might human nature be described? How do intentional and unintentional behaviour differ? How do physical and mental states differ? When is action free? Can intelligence be duplicated artificially?
Three lectures; one term
Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level II or above
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PHILOS 2G03 - Social and Political Issues 3 unit(s)
A philosophical exploration of current social and political issues. Topics may include discrimination, violence, environmental problems, poverty, liberty, equality, democracy, or terrorism.
Two lectures, one tutorial; one term
Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level II or above
Cross-list(s): PEACE ST 2I03
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PHILOS 2H03 - Aesthetics 3 unit(s)
An introduction to some main theories of the nature of art, criticism, and the place of art in life and society.
Two lectures, one tutorial; one term
Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level II or above
Antirequisite(s): CMST 2O03
Cross-list(s): ART HIST 2H03
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PHILOS 2N03 - Business Ethics 3 unit(s)
An analysis of ethical issues arising in contemporary business life. Sample topics include: fair and unfair competition; responsibilities towards employees, society and the environment; honesty and integrity in business; the moral status of corporations.
Two lectures, one tutorial; one term
Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level II or above
Cross-list(s): COMMERCE 2SB3
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PHILOS 2P03 - Ancient Greek Philosophy 3 unit(s)
A survey of ancient Greek and Roman philosophical thought from its beginnings to the Hellenistic period, including Socrates, Plato, Aristotle, the Stoics and the Epicureans.
Two lectures, one tutorial; one term
Prerequisite(s): Three units of Philosophy, or ARTS&SCI 1A06 , or registration in a program in Classics or Philosophy, or permission of the Department.
Antirequisite(s): PHILOS 2A06, CLASSICS 2P06
Cross-list(s): CLASSICS 2P03
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PHILOS 2Q03 - Justice, Political Philosophy, and Law 3 unit(s)
A critical survey of the essentials of private law (tort, contracts, and property), criminal law, administrative law, the Canadian Charter, and international law and institutions.
Three lectures; one term
Prerequisite(s): Registration in level II of the Honours Justice, Political Philosophy, and Law program
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PHILOS 2S03 - History of Political Philosophy 3 unit(s)
A survey of major historical works in political philosophy, including works by some or all of: Plato, Aristotle, Hobbes, Locke, Rousseau, Kant, Wollstonecraft, Bentham, Mill, Harriet Taylor, and Marx.
Three lectures; one term
Prerequisite(s): Registration in level II of the Honours Justice, Political Philosophy, and Law program or permission of the Department
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PHILOS 2TT3 - Ethical Issues in Communication 3 unit(s)
This course will examine ethical issues as they arise in interpersonal communication, social media, and mass communication. The dominant moral theories and approaches to moral decision-making will be analyzed and put to use to help students understand and evaluate concrete examples.
Three hours (lectures and discussion); one term
Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level II or above
Antirequisite(s): CMST 3N03, PEACE ST 3N03
Cross-list(s): CMST 2TT3 , PEACE ST 2TT3
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PHILOS 2X03 - Early Modern Philosophy I 3 unit(s)
An introduction to the political, epistemological and ontological problems investigated by philosophers of the 17th and 18th centuries (Bacon, Hobbes, Descartes, Spinoza, Leibniz, Malebranche, Locke, Berkeley and Hume).
Two lectures, one tutorial; one term
Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level II or above
Antirequisite(s): PHILOS 2C06
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PHILOS 2XX3 - Early Modern Philosophy II 3 unit(s)
A sequel to Early Modern Philosophy I, continuing in the study of 17th and 18th century philosophy.
Two lectures, one tutorial; one term
Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level II or above
Antirequisite(s): PHILOS 2C06
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PHILOS 2YY3 - Introduction to Ethics 3 unit(s)
An introduction to the major types of ethical theory and the problem of their justification.
Three lectures; one term
Prerequisite(s): At least three units of Philosophy and registration in Level II or above
Antirequisite(s): PHILOS 3G03
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