- Level Foundation
- Duration 6 hours
- Course by Pohang University of Science and Technology(POSTECH)
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Science and Technology in the Silla Heritage The course explores the scientific and technological aspects of the cultural heritage of Silla, an ancient dynasty in Korea, and its relationship with other ancient civilizations in the world. The lecture series will cover major cultural heritage of Silla: Bulguksa, Seokguram, Cheomseongdae, Poseokjeong, the Sacred Bell of Great King Seongdeok, and metallurgy. Modern development in science and technology occurred mostly in the West. But during ancient times,various developments were madein science and technology in many countries outside of the West. In that sense, this series of lectures aims to obtain better understanding of the development in science and technology in the Silla dynasty through scientific and technological analysis of Silla cultural properties.Modules
Welcome to Science and Technology in Silla Cultural Heritage
1
Videos
- Welcome to Science and Technology in Silla Cultural Heritage (English)
Bulguksa
1
Assignment
- 1
4
Videos
- Intro
- The façade
- Background Math & The Rest
- Ending
Sci-Tech in the Silla Cultural Heritage: Cheomseongdae
1
Assignment
- 2
7
Videos
- Intro
- Cheomseongdae and Queen Seonduk
- Functions of Cheomseongdae
- Structure & its Characteristics of Cheomseongdae
- Ecliptic Curve and The Winter-Solstice-Sunrise Direction on Cheomseongdae
- Seismic Design of Cheomseongdae and Conclusion
- Ending
Poseokjeong
1
Assignment
- 3
7
Videos
- Intro
- Historical Records on Poseokjeong
- Meandering Watercourses in Asia
- The Role of Poseokjeong
- Fluid Mechanical Investigation
- Basic Principle of Vortex Formation in Poseokjeong
- Ending
Seokguram Grotto
1
Assignment
- 4
4
Videos
- Intro
- Visitors’ Overview
- Discussion: Mathematical Sciences & Technology
- Ending
The Sacred Bell of Great King Seongdeok
1
Assignment
- 5
7
Videos
- Intro
- Introduction
- The Legend of Emille
- Appearance
- Metallurgy of the Bell
- Physics of the Bell
- Ending
The Metalcrafts in Silla
1
Assignment
- 6
5
Videos
- Intro
- The Birth of Metallurgy
- Metalcrafts in Korea
- Metallurgy in Silla
- Ending
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Explore the scientific and technological advancements of the ancient Silla dynasty in Korea with this engaging course. Delve into major cultural heritage sites like Bulguksa, Seokguram, and Cheomseongdae, and understand their global historical context. Taught by experts, this foundational 360-minute course on Coursera is perfect for enthusiasts of arts and humanities. Flexible subscription options include Starter and Professional plans.

YOUM, Young-il

Im, Gyeong Soon

Kim, Kang-Tae

LEE, Chunghyoung