PHIL 130 Introduction to Systems Thinking (3 credits)
Course Description
First in a series of courses on systems thinking. The world contains a multitude of systems such as biological, educational, governmental, economic, and cultural. Learn the fundamentals of these systems, their behaviors, and impacts.
Course Content
A. Systems thinking terminology
B. Benefits of systems thinking
C. Self as a component of nested systems
D. Why systems surprise us
E. System interconnections
F. Long term and short term thinking
Student Outcomes
A. Define and describe systems thinking terminology.
B. List and understand the benefits of systems thinking.
C. Describe oneself as a component of nested systems.
D. List and explain reasons why systems surprise us.
E. Illustrate and understand system interconnections.
F. Compare and contrast long term and short term thinking.
Degree Outcomes
Information Competency: Graduates will be able to seek, find, evaluate and use information and employ information technology to engage in lifelong learning.
Lecture Contact Hours 30
Lab Contact Hours 0
Clinical Contact Hours 0
Total Contact Hours 20
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