CTI 256 - The Science of Sight and Sound

Institution:

William Jewell College

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Description:

The nature of sound and light is addressed in the context of our auditory and visual senses.Physics of sound, anatomy and physiology of the ear and the pathway to the cerebral cortex,and the psychology of perception are drawn upon to understand the functioning of musical instruments as well as our perception of music. The richness of color sensation in nature and art is addressed by similarly drawing on the physics of light, as well as the anatomy,physiology and psychology of vision. Technological approaches to correcting ocular and auditory defects are addressed as well as means of enhancing or extending the senses of sight and hearing. This course will meet teaching certification requirement for a physical laboratory science. (Lab science course)

Credits:

3.00 - 4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.jewell.edu

Phone Number:

(816) 415-5979

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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