Course Description-
A science course covering the basic concepts of chemistry -- elements, compounds, atoms, chemical bonding, the periodic table, acid-base and oxidation-reduction reactions and basic inorganic and organic chemistry. The concepts will be studied in the context of artists' materials -- pigments and paints, dyes and fibers, wood, paper, and plastics, metals and alloys, ceramics and glass. Light and colors of materials will also be examined.

Course Objective-
General objectives relating to Finlandia University's competencies:
· Read, write and talk about chemistry concepts using the appropriate language.
· Explain chemistry concepts that affect artistic techniques and/or everyday activities.
Course specific objectives:
· Understand scientific thinking and use the scientific method.
· Read, write and talk about chemistry using a basic chemistry vocabulary.
· Use the language of chemistry to describe matter and its behavior.
· Describe basic chemical principles and concepts. Give examples of their application and use in artistic materials such as ceramics and glasses, dyes and fibers, pigments and paints, polymers, and metals.
· Explain how the interaction of light with matter gives rise to color.
· Explain how science and technology have influenced artistic techniques and works from ancient civilizations to modern times.
· Develop problem-solving skills.
· Perform basic laboratory techniques properly.
· Handle materials safely.