 | Understand the place of Kant's metaphysics and epistemology in the history
of Western philosophy, including its continued presence in contemporary
thought |
 | Understand the main outline of Kant's philosophical positions on key
metaphysical and epistemological issues |
 | See how Kant thought he could use an analogous approach in developing a
satisfactory ethical theory |
 | Understand the similarity between Kant's position on the relation of
empirical sciences to religion and certain popular contemporary views about
religion in the contemporary university in America |
 | Display the ability to intelligently analyze and critique Kant's arguments
for his metaphysical and epistemological views |
 | Develop philosophical sophistication appropriate to the 300 level in
dealing with issues such as those that Kant dealt with |
 | Write coherent and organized philosophical papers that demonstrate the
understanding and sophistication mentioned above |