SCI 113 - Physics in Science Fiction

Institution:

Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus

Subject:

Science

Description:

Explores the use and abuse of physics in science fiction. Discusses staples of science fiction including time travel, faster-than-light speed travel, quantum mechanics and artificial gravity. Examines the agreement between phenomena presented in fiction and our current model of the universe. Reviews popular, current science fiction franchises as well as classical science fiction.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.iup.edu

Phone Number:

(724) 357-2100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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