Science and Technology of the Ancient Societies

Description

Through knowledge and understanding, students will be able to: • Identify the various scientific centres of the ancient societies • Comprehend the movement of the sciences between the different ancient societies • Determine the branches of the sciences in which the ancient societies contributed in • Appreciate the value of the contribution of science and technology of the ancient socities to the modern world Through intellectual skills, students will be able to: • Demonstrate the role of science and technology in ancient societies • Classify the sciences branches in which ancient societies developed • Compare the roles of the different environments to the development of the different science branches • Reflect on the influence of ancient science in the advancement of science Through professional and practical skills, students will be able to: • Write research studies about the science in the ancient societies • Date scientific instruments • Explain scientific tools and devices in museum collections Through general and transferable skills, students will be able to: • Communicate effectively in speaking and writing. • Search for information and about life-long self-learning. • Work under stress and within time constraints. • Discuss and critically respond to opinions and views

Program

Egyptian Archaeology

Objectives

• This course will discuss the development of science and technology in Ancient Egypt, Mesopotamia, Greece, Rome, and China. The philosophy of this course is to teach students how each culture absorbs the science and technology from its predecessor, develop it and pass it along to the following culture. The course will also analyse the contribution of the Arabic culture to Science and Technology. The study will focus on time-telling, astronomy, architecture, construction, metallurgy, water management and agriculture. It will also explore the origins of chemistry, physics, mummification, mathematics, and medicine in these societies. It will also expose the students to the history of philosophy, psychology, sociology, economics, and anthropology that lead to today's formation of these disciplines. The course will have a practical part, where students will work on laboratory experiments, visit sites, and quarry areas.