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2025-2026 Undergraduate Catalog

PHIL 242 - Ethics For Engineers and Scientists


The study of ethical issues that commonly arise in engineering and science practice (e.g., whistle-blowing, the environment). The class begins with ethical theory, followed by case-study-centered discussions designed to enable the recognition and articulation of ethical problems and to utilize institutional support for ethical behavior that already exists in the professional environment. 

Credits: 3
Prerequisites: For undergraduate degree-seeking students only. ENG 101   and ENG 102  , or HON 100  
Notes: Fulfills the UNLV General Education Humanities Requirement, Second Year Seminar requirement. Consult your advisor for details.