Science and WWII

Catalog description

The course will explore the relationship between science, scientific advances and the progress and outcome of the Second World War. Chemistry, physics and medicine will be among the sciences discussed. The effectiveness of weapons/explosives, treatment of disease, access to raw materials, and other topics will be presented. Scientific content will be discussed at a level appropriate for non-science majors.Does not carry chemistry major or minor credit. Fulfills core requirement: Interdisciplinary Studies (IDS).