3713
SYMBOLIC LOGIC
3 hours
Systematic study of symbolic logic beginning with truth-functional analysis and proceeding through the two most prevalent formal languages, sentential and predicate calculus. Direct, indirect, and conditional methods of derivation are covered, as are techniques for converting natural language into logical symbols. Mathematical induction is covered if time permits. (TBA)
3763
TOPICS IN ETHICS
3 hours
Examination in depth of a special area, individual, problem, or issue in the area of ethics. This course may be repeated with a different content. Prerequisite: 3 hours of philosophy or religion. (TBA)
4003*
RHETORIC AND REALITY
3 hours
4163*
SEMINAR IN PHILOSOPHY AND THEOLOGY
3 hours
See PHRH 4003. (TBA)
See REL 4163. (TBA)
4313*
CONTEMPORARY POLITICAL THEORY
4451-3
DIRECTED READINGS
See POLS 4313. (spring, even)
3 hours 1-3 hours
Systematic analysis of a particular philosophical problem through directed readings and tutorials. Topics and readings are decided upon through mutual agreement between the student and his or her faculty advisor in the philosophy department. (TBA)
4563
ADVANCED TOPICS IN PHILOSOPHY
3 hours
Systematic treatment of a particular philosophical problem or area of philosophy at an advanced level (e.g., philosophy of psychology, advanced logic, semiotics, hermeneutics, structuralism, deconstruction, cognitive science, philosophy of art, philosophy of education, etc.). The course may be repeated with a different content. Prerequisite: three hours of philosophy or permission of the instructor. (TBA)
4893
SENIOR THESIS
3 hours
Individual research for senior majors in connection with the preparation of the senior thesis. The course is conducted by arrangement with the Department of Philosophy. (TBA)
4991-6
INDEPENDENT STUDY
1–6 hours
Philosophy AND RHETORIC (PHrh) 1001
INTERCOLLEGIATE FORENSICS
1 HOUR
2313 PERSUASIVE COMMUNICATION
3 hours
2513*
ETHICS OF COMMUNICATION
3 hours
2613*
HISTORIES AND THEORIES OF RHETORIC 3 hours
3113
ARGUMENTATION AND DEBATE
3 hours
3513
RELIGIOUS COMMUNICATION
3 hours
3813* POLITICAL COMMUNICATION
3 hours
3863
SPECIAL TOPICS IN COMMUNICATION
3 hours
4003*
RHETORIC AND REALITY
3 hours
4513
LEARNING IN PARABLES
3 hours
4851-3
DIRECTED STUDIES
3 hours
This class introduces students to theories of persuasion, from the Greeks to the present day, and focuses on specific, relevant examples of how symbols are used to exercise influence—especially in advertising, politics, pop culture, and mass media. (fall, even)
See PHIL 2513 (spring, odd)
See ENGL 2613. (TBA)
This class focuses on effective models for the process and practices of argumentation, providing specific techniques, procedures, and criticalthinking skills to empower speakers and train potential members of Oklahoma City University’s Speech and Debate Team. (TBA)
This course examines the unique dimensions of speech in a religious context and is designed for students who are likely to be speaking in the context of worship, funeral services, weddings, or other religious events. (TBA)
This course examines the rhetorical nature of political communication as manifested in various channels, including oratory, debates, press conferences, and advertisements, and explores the role of logical argument, image, and mythology in forming candidate appeal. Cross-listed with POL 3813. (TBA)
(TBA)
This course explores the philosophical and ethical dimensions of language itself, with special attention given to the linguistic creation of reality, especially through “doublespeak,” and other deceptive uses of language. Cross-listed PHIL 4003. (TBA)
Students are introduced to the parable as a literary form uniquely suited to the communication of profound religious and philosophical truth. They are also given the opportunity to think and write “parabolically.” (TBA)
A variable content course generally taught on an individual basis to meet specific student needs. Permission of the instructor required. (TBA)
This course serves to provide a designated organizational meeting and practice time for the competitive speech and debate team. This course may be taken for credit up to three times in different semesters, and if taken three times will satisfy the Public Speaking requirement of the general education curriculum. Enrollment by permission of the director of forensics. (fall, spring)
1103 PUBLIC SPEAKING
3 hours
1103I PUBLIC SPEAKING FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
3 hours
This class focuses on human communication theory with an emphasis on public speaking. Through trial and error, students learn to organize and deliver effective speeches for a variety of purposes. (fall, spring)
This class focuses on human communication theory with an emphasis on public speaking. It is designed for international students only. (fall, spring)
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undergraduate courses
2013-14
undergraduate catalog