The Science of Light and Color
GSS-108-OLA
Nassau Community College
- Semester
- Spring 2025
- Instructor
- Start Date
- 01-27-0025
- Total Credits
- 4
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This introductory course will focus on the nature of light and color. It will include not only the principles of geometric and physical optics but also general properties of waves and particles; the relation between light and matter; quantum theory and photons; light, heat, temperature and energy; and the conservation of energy. These physical principles will be applied to understanding color in art, vision, photography, holography, fiber optics, and atmospheric effects. The course will include many student investigations, in recitation as well as in lab in order to emphasize the experimental nature of science. (3 lecture, 3 laboratory hours) Laboratory fee applies.
General Education Area(s): Natural Sciences
Course Area: Physical Science
Level: Lower Level Undergraduate
Dates: 01-27-0025 - 05-20-0025
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