PHL 213 - Sports Philosophy

3 credit hours - Three hours weekly; one term.
Examine, within a psychological, sociological and historical context, the origins of values within a sports context. Learn ethical theories such as rule utilitarianism and Kantian moral theory, using that framework as a means by which to assess such issues as sports identification, exploitation of athletes, gender, race and class issues in sports and sports violence.

Prerequisite(s): Eligibility for ENG 111 or ENG 115 or ENG 121 .

Note: Also offered as SPT 213 ; credit is not given for both PHL 213 and SPT 213 .