HON 215 - Science and Art

Credit Hour(s): 4
This is an interdisciplinary course designed as an introduction to the basic elements of general, analytical and organic chemistry using technical examination of artwork such as paintings, sculpture, stained glass and others. The course will place emphasis on teaching science, mainly chemistry, in context of proper examination, examining and proving authenticity, restoration of art objects; it also will address questions in history, religion and economics. The course is designed in a lecture/discussion/laboratory format, where students will view images of objects of arts, observe different techniques and also view movies. The course will fulfill a science requirement for non-science majors and might be an elective for Art majors. Understanding of science behind artworks will allow a profound appreciation of the wonderful world of art, and demonstrate it tight connection with science. 4 Credit(s). 5 Contact Hour(s).

Meets Fine Arts Requirement or 4 credits toward Natural Science Requirement for Non-Science Majors.
Prerequisite(s): Boone Honors Program member and MTH 100 or higher or HON 205. Students who are not members of the Boone Honors Program will be screened by the instructor before beginning an honors course.
Course Session Cycle: SP
Course Yearly Cycle: EVEN