MAPA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY School of Languages, Humanities and Social Sciences

VISION shall be an international center of excellence in technology education by: providing instructions that are current in content and state-of-the art in delivery; engaging in cutting-edge research; and responding to the big local and global technological challenges of the times

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MISSION a) The mission of Mapa Institute of Technology is to disseminate, generate, preserve and apply scientific, engineering, architectural and IT knowledge. b) The Institute shall, using the most effective means, provide its students with professional and advanced scientific and engineering, architectural and information technology education through rigorous and upto-date academic programs with ample opportunities for the exercise of creativity and the experience of discovery. c) It shall implement curricula that, while being steeped in technologies, shall also be rich in the humanities, languages and social sciences that will inculcate ethics. d) The Institute shall advance and preserve knowledge by undertaking research and reporting on the results of such inquiries. e) The Institute, singly or in collaboration with others, shall bring to bear the world's vast store of knowledge in science, engineering and other realms on the problems of the industry and the community in order to make the Philippines and the world a better place.

PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES a 1. To provide students with a solid foundation in mathematics, basic sciences, physics and general chemistry and their application to engineering, architecture and other related disciplines 2. To complement the technical training and research activities of the students with proficiency in oral and written communications 3. To instill in the students human values and cultural refinement through the humanities and social sciences 4. To inculcate in the students social awareness through its integration in the learning activities

MISSION b c d e

addressed by the technical programs

COURSE SYLLABUS
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Course Code: Course Title: Pre-requisite: Co-requisite: Credit/Schedule: Course Description: HUM 14 Introduction to Philosophy None None 3 units This is a study of the development of philosophy from the Ancient Times to the Contemporary Period exposing the students to various philosophical views on man and his environment. The final chapter of the study is focused on the

7. Program Outcomes and Their Relationship to Program Educational Objectives: Program Educational Objectives 1 2 3 4

Program Outcomes ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering The ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to (b) analyze and interpret data The ability to design a system, component, or process to meet (c) desired needs (a) (d) The ability to function as multi-disciplinary teams (e)
The ability to identify, formulate and solve engineering problems The

(f) The understanding of professional and ethical responsibility (g) The ability to communicate effectively The understanding of the impact of engineering solutions in a (h) global and societal context The recognition of the need for life-long learning and the ability (i) to engage in it (j) The knowledge of contemporary issues (k) ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice.
The

8. Course Objectives and Their Relationship to Program Outcomes:

Course Objectives The students should be able to: 1. gain thorough knowledge and understanding of various philosophical thoughts by great thinkers and to recognize their similarities and differences. 2. acknowledge the value of this understanding in developing reflective and critical thinking 3. enhance his/her own personal sense of values through knowledge and understanding of the philosophical views of great thinkers 4. recognize his/her role in the improvement of his social environment through insights gained from the knowledge and understanding of these philosophical thoughts 5. relate these philosophical thoughts to current issues and events 6. develop his/her communication skills in English through written work and oral discussions inside the classroom Program Outcomes d e f g h i

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Course Coverage:

WEEK

TOPIC
Orientation (course outline, course requirements, grading system)

METHODOLOGY & STRATEGY

EVALUATION TOOLS

Discussion : The Nature of Philosophy Graded Recitation Philosophy as the Pursuit of Wisdom Definition of Philosophy Explanation on the importance of philosophic The Need for Philosophical Inquiry inquiry Branches of Philosophy/Scope of Philosophical Inquiry Explanation on the different doctrines Philosophic Doctrines under study Graded Recitation The Ancient Philosophies Comparison and contrast of Western and Oriental and Western Philosophy Oriental philosophy Confucianism and Taoism Compared Discussion on Chinese Philosophy Quiz #1 Hinduism and Buddhism Compared On the Corpse of A Buddha, Religion Stands Point out similarities and differences of the Position Paper: Religion following concepts based on the major as an institution of value philosophical doctrines under study: karma, system dharma, moksha, nirvana Explanation on the symbolism of the essay on the rise of religion

The Pre-Socratics The Milesians:Thales, Anaximander, Anaximenes The Pythagoreans The Eleatics: The Explanation of Change The Atomists The Sophists: The Doctrine of Relativism

Explanation on the different theories on the origin of the universes to answer the question: What is the earth made of? Discussion

Graded Recitation Quiz #2 Film Review: The Inconvenient Truth

MIDTERM EXAMINATION 6 The Socratic Age Socrates: His Philosophical Views Discussion on the philosophy of Socrates Graded Recitation Quiz #3 Plato: Theory of Immortality Comparison of Plato and Aristotle Aristotle and Plato Compared (Theory of Ideas) Aristotle: The Power of Volition Discussion on Aristotles philosophy of The Golden Mean moderation The Unmoved Mover Medieval Philosophy Historical Background Feudalism and Christianity The Ontological Argument of St. Anselm The Argument of Guanilo St. Augustine: His Concept of God St. Thomas Aquinas: Arguments On The Existence of God Explanation on the importance of the Medieval Period : Feudalism & Christianity Essay Writing: Write a personal experience on the Golden Mean

Graded Recitation

Interview people from Discussion on the influence of the Church in different walks of life on conversion to Christianity the existence of God. Comparison and contrast of St. Anselm and Debate: On whose side Guanilo are you: St. Anselm or Guanilo? Discuss the hypothesis on Gods existence

Blaise Pascal: Pascals Wagers Karl Marx: The Opium of the People Modern Philosophy: Historical Background The Copernican Revolution Rene Descartes: Cogito Ergo Sum

Evaluation of the different wagers of Pascal Self analysis: To which of Discussion: That Religion is the Opium of the the wagers of Pascal do I People belong? Discussion on the importance of the Copernican Theory to the Modern Period Scrapbook : The Inventions of the Modern World (Point out their Explanation on the significance of Descartes importance to mans quest philosophy in the search for the meaning of for knowledge) existence Quiz #4 Comparison & contrast on the Social Contract of Hobbes & Rousseau Comparison and contrast of the different theories of knowledge Graded Recitation Essay Writing: The Cartesian Doctrine in my Search for Meaning in my Life

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Thomas Hobbes Jean Jacques Rousseau John Locke David Hume George Hegel Immanuel Kant Schopenhauer Nietzsche : God is Dead

Comparison and contrast of the views of Nietzsche and Schopenhauer on the idea: Reaction Paper: Is The Will to Power Freedom Absolute? Explanation on the importance of Graded Recitation existentialism in understanding the modern man Group Work: The Filipino Identity Crisis Analysis on the strength and weaknesses of Filipino values How to Teach Values to a Corrupt Society(Clippings: PDI ) Analysis

Twentieth Century Philosophy Existentialism Ayn Rand: Objectivism Individualism The Indigenous Filipino Philosophy 11 Culminating Activity

FINAL EXAMINATION 10. Course Outcomes and Their Relationship to Course Objectives/Program Outcomes:

Course Outcomes
A student completing this course should at the minimum be able to:

Course Objectives 1 2 3 4 5

Program Outcomes 6 a b c d e f g h i j k

1. identify the philosophers of Western and Oriental civilization and their respective philosophical theories 2. define and explain these philosophical theories of the great Western and Oriental thinkers and relate them to current events. 3. distinguish these philosophical theories through their similarities and differences 4. explain the relevance of philosophy to his/her life as an engineering student and as a member of Philippine society 5. expound the relevance of philosophy to the improvement of the Filipino in particular and Philippine society in general 6. demonstrate his/her knowledge of philosophy through classroom debates, extemporaneous speech and the like 7. impart his/her ideas on philosophy using

correct, clear and effective English

11. Contribution of Course to Meeting the Professional Component: General education component Engineering topics 12. Textbook: = = 95% 5%

INTRODUCTION TO PHILOSOPHY. Ramos, Christine Carmela R., Ph.D. Rex Bookstore, Manila Philippines, 2004. ISBN 9712339556

13. Course Evaluation: The minimum requirement for a passing grade is 60% (120 pts) of the final grade average from the following: Quizzes Written Tasks Class Participation/Seatwork Oral Proficiency Co-curricular Activity Midterm Examination Departmental Final Examination TOTAL 40 % (80 pts) 15 % (30 pts) 10 % (20 pts) 5 % (10 pts) 5 % (10 pts) 10 % (20 pts) 15 % (30 pts) 100 % (200 pts)

Aside from academic deficiency, other grounds for a failing grade are: Cheating during examinations Absences of more than 20 % of the total number of meetings in a quartermester or seven (7) absences Failure to take the final examination for no valid reason. 14. References: Cruz, Corazon L. Philosophy of Man 3rd ed. Manila: National Book Store. 1993. Matthews, Warren. World Religions, 3rd ed. Canada: Wadsworth Publishing Co. 1999 SO GOD CREATED MAN: A Textbook for Philosophy of Man. Cedeno, Lourdes.

Quezon City: Katha Publishing Co. Inc. 2003 . ISBN 9715740

BECOMING A PERSON: A Philosophy of Man. Saquing, Puramaryver. Quezon City:

Jollence Publishing.
The Inconvenient Truth, Al Gore ( DVD, Multimedia, MIT Library) How To Teach Values to a Corrupt Society, ( Clippings, Philippine Daily Inquirer,June 2008) 15. Course Materials Made Available: Course syllabus and handouts

16. The Humanities Cluster Cluster Chair Vilma L. Severino Group Leaders Wilna R. Bantay Marilou C. Evangelista Beaulah U. Palmea Members Matilde B. Bangoy Geraldine L. Canlas Mariano S. Dela Cruz