Principles Of Alchemy

Syllabus

This class will be composed of 4 lessons and a final exam. Each month, we'll focus on a different aspect of alchemy, everything from the philosopher's stone, to evolution, to the quest for gold.  There will also be a special 'Alchemist of the Month' section in each month's lesson

Lesson 1: Introduction to alchemy

  •  What is Alchemy?
  •  Alchemical Symbols
  •  The Emerald Tablet

Lesson 2: Creating gold

  • The Alchemist's Laboratory
  • Transformation of the First Matter
  • How can we Create Gold?

Lesson 3: The quest for eternal life

  • The Philosopher's Stone (the who, what, when and how)
  • The Philosopher's Stone in the media
  • Other ways of Achieving Immortality

Lesson 4: Alchemy, potions and chemisty

  • Alchemy = Precursor to Modern Chemistry ???
  • Alchemy and Healing

Lesson 5: Final Exam