PHYS424 Junior Physics Lab

(WRITING IN THE DISCIPLINE, EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING) Students conduct experiments from classical and modern physics. Methods of error analysis and technical writing in physics are presented. Formal reports written in LaTeX will be required. An oral presentation and a poster presentation are also required. Written reports are expected to demonstrate a complete understanding of the theory underlying the experiments. Two hours lecture and 3 hours laboratory. Prerequisite: completion of a PHYS300/400 course with a C- or higher. Spring.