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Simon Oswitch

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Philosophy & Religious Studies

Philosophy & Religious Studies

480-461-7860

simon.oswitch@mesacc.edu

Classes Taught

Spring Flex Start 2024

PHI101	Introduction to Philosophy					3 Credits
General consideration of human nature and the nature of the universe. Knowledge, perception, freedom and determinism, and the existence of God. Prerequisites: None.
General Education Designations: Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU]
Section	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Availability
29665	Online Course	Online (On Your Time) Lecture	03/18/2024 - 05/10/2024			Class Started
	Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less. Class 29665 Students may contact instructor at: simon.oswitch@mesacc.edu
	Book Information Intro to Philosophy Required Format: Textbook 8th Edition Author: Perry Publisher: Oxford University Press ISBN: 9780190698720 Estimated Price: $104.99 A Rulebook for Arguments Recommended Format: eBook 5th Edition Author: Weston Publisher: Hackett Publishing Company, In ISBN: 9781624666551 Estimated Price: $10.75 MLA GUIDELINES 9TH EDITION Recommended Format: Supply Author: BARCH Publisher: Barcharts, Incorporated Estimated Price: $7.95 Rulebook for Arguments Recommended Format: Textbook 5th Edition Author: Weston Publisher: Hackett Publishing Company, In ISBN: 9781624666544 Estimated Price: $15.00 Get these books at the bookstore

Summer 2024

PHI101	Introduction to Philosophy					3 Credits
General consideration of human nature and the nature of the universe. Knowledge, perception, freedom and determinism, and the existence of God. Prerequisites: None.
General Education Designations: Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU]
Section	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Availability
14989	Online Course	Online (On Your Time) Lecture	05/28/2024 - 06/27/2024			Open 1 of 20 Seats Available
	Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. Class 14989 Students may contact instructor at: simon.oswitch@mesacc.edu
	Book Information A Rulebook for Arguments Required Format: eBook 5th Edition Author: Weston Publisher: Hackett Publishing Company, In ISBN: 9781624666551 Estimated Price: $10.75 Intro to Philosophy Required Format: Textbook 8th Edition Author: Perry Publisher: Oxford University Press ISBN: 9780190698720 Estimated Price: $104.99 Rulebook for Arguments Required Format: Textbook 5th Edition Author: Weston Publisher: Hackett Publishing Company, In ISBN: 9781624666544 Estimated Price: $15.00 Get these books at the bookstore
15372	Online Course	Online (On Your Time) Lecture	05/28/2024 - 06/27/2024			Open 17 of 20 Seats Available
	Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. Class 15372 Students may contact instructor at: simon.oswitch@mesacc.edu
	Book Information A Rulebook for Arguments Required Format: eBook 5th Edition Author: Weston Publisher: Hackett Publishing Company, In ISBN: 9781624666551 Estimated Price: $10.75 Intro to Philosophy Required Format: Textbook 8th Edition Author: Perry Publisher: Oxford University Press ISBN: 9780190698720 Estimated Price: $104.99 Rulebook for Arguments Required Format: Textbook 5th Edition Author: Weston Publisher: Hackett Publishing Company, In ISBN: 9781624666544 Estimated Price: $15.00 Get these books at the bookstore

Fall 2024

PHI103	Introduction to Logic					3 Credits
Informal logic, logical fallacies, elementary symbolic logic, analysis of argument forms, and construction of proofs for validity. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101, or ENG107, or equivalent.
General Education Designations: Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU], Literacy & Critical Inquiry [L]
Section	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Availability
16190	Online Course	Online (On Your Time) Lecture	08/19/2024 - 12/13/2024			Open 17 of 20 Seats Available
16190	Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. Class 16190 Students may contact instructor at: simon.oswitch@mesacc.edu

Fall Flex Start 2024

PHI214	Business Ethics					3 Credits
Philosophical consideration of moral problems arising in business practice, including corporate responsibility, government regulation, hiring practices, and advertising. Application to both the United States and other countries. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101, or ENG107, or equivalent.
General Education Designations: Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU], Literacy & Critical Inquiry [L]
Section	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Availability
15954	Online Course	Online (On Your Time) Lecture	09/03/2024 - 12/13/2024			Open 19 of 20 Seats Available
	Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. Class 15954 Students may contact instructor at: simon.oswitch@mesacc.edu
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