History of Science/Study in Italy
Course: PHY-2983
Course Credits: 3
Prerequisites: PHY-1010 PHY-1020 PHY-1210(460)
Corequisites: PHY-1010 PHY-1020 PHY-1210
Description:
Students study the contributions of the great pioneers of science during the Renaissance such as Leonardo da Pisa (Fibonacci), Leonardo da Vinci, and Galileo at sites in Italy where their original work was conducted. This ten-day course includes touring the Leaning Tower of Pisa, Leonardo da Vinci's birthplace, the Leonardo Museum in Vinci, the Museum of the History of Science in Florence, the Anatomical Museum in Bologna, the University of Padua, and Galileo's home. A logbook of the trip and final paper are required for evaluation. This course is an intensive ten-day study of the development of scientific thought during the Renaissance and requires travel to Italy. A valid passport, advance deposit, and pre-registration are required. Travel costs are separate.
Course Fee: $40.00
Contact R. A. Farinelli, Chair, if you have any questions pertaining to this course.
Last Update: October 10, 2008