Science and Art

Catalog description

TThis course is an introduction into the fascinating topic of “Science and Art”. It is offered only to non-science majors and it involves the application of scientific principles as they pertain to art. It emphasizes science and its application in the art world, disciplines thought to be worlds apart, entwine to give a clearer and more accurate and complete picture. The damaging effects of the environment and pollution on art and artifacts will also be discussed. To help the student understand some scientific concepts and their applications, several labs have been designed for this purpose.