Simon Oswitch
Adjunct Faculty - Philosophy
Cultural Sciences and Communication
Office: MCC Online
480-461-7860
Office Hours
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Classes Taught
Summer 2026
| PHI103 | Introduction to Logic | 3 Credits | ||||
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Comprehensive introduction to logical reasoning. Exploration of informal logic, including common logical fallacies, delving into symbolic logic to analyze and construct valid arguments using formal methods such as truth tables, truth trees, or proofs. Emphasis on developing critical thinking skills essential for evaluating arguments in a variety of contexts. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101, or ENG107, or equivalent. |
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| General Education Designations: Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU], Literacy & Critical Inquiry [L] | ||||||
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14105
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Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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05/26/2026 – 06/25/2026
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Class Ended |
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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. |
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Fall 2026
| PHI103 | Introduction to Logic | 3 Credits | ||||
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Comprehensive introduction to logical reasoning. Exploration of informal logic, including common logical fallacies, delving into symbolic logic to analyze and construct valid arguments using formal methods such as truth tables, truth trees, or proofs. Emphasis on developing critical thinking skills essential for evaluating arguments in a variety of contexts. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101, or ENG107, or equivalent. |
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| General Education Designations: Arts and Humanities [AHM], Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU], Literacy & Critical Inquiry [L] | ||||||
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17238
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Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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08/24/2026 – 12/18/2026
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Closed |
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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. |
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| PHI214 | Business Ethics | 3 Credits | ||||
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Philosophical consideration of moral problems arising in business, including the purpose of corporations, corporate responsibility, acceptable consumer and occupational risk, employee and employer rights and obligations, marketing and disclosure, hiring and firing, environmental responsibility of business, and international business ethical issues. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101, or ENG107, or equivalent. |
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| General Education Designations: Arts and Humanities [AHM], Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU], Literacy & Critical Inquiry [L] | ||||||
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17102
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Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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08/24/2026 – 10/16/2026
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Open 6 of 22 |
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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. |
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