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PHYS231

Laboratory Physics/Lab

Subject code

PHYS

Course Number

231

Instructor(s)

T. Gould, N. Lundblad

Course Long Title

Laboratory Physics/Lab

Description

Students investigate selected experiments relevant to the development of contemporary physics and the practice of experimental physics research. They are introduced to the use of electronic instruments and computers for data acquisition and analysis, techniques of error analysis, and the practice of speaking and writing about experimental physics. Prerequisite(s): PHYS 211, 222, 230, or s31.

Modes of Inquiry

Quantitative and Formal Reasoning [QF], Scientific Reasoning [SR]

Writing Credit

W2

Offering Frequency

Normally offered every semester