2025-2026 Catalog

PHYS 238 Intermediate Physics Laboratory

This is an experimental course featuring topics, tools, and techniques that prepare students to be independent investigators of physical phenomena. Students perform experiments in fundamental areas of physics, with particular emphasis on data analysis, experimental techniques, and effective communication of scientific findings. Uncertainty analysis is introduced in a systematic fashion. Students will troubleshoot, refine, and in some cases design experimental processes. Experiments may include mechanical and electrical oscillators, optics, and fundamental experiments in quantum physics.

Credits

1

Prerequisite

PHYS 133 or PHYS 152, or permission of instructor

Instructor

Staff

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