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Catalogue 2013-2014 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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PHYS 201 - Methods of Experimental Physics


1 unit(s)
An introduction to the tools and techniques of modern experimental physics. Students replicate classic historical experiments (e.g., photoelectric effect, Michelson interferometer, muon lifetime). Emphasis is placed on the use of computers for capturing and analyzing data, and on effective oral and written presentation of experimental results. Ms. Magnes.

Prerequisite(s): PHYS 114  or PHYS 116 , MATH 125  or MATH 121 /MATH 122 .

Recommended: PHYS 200 .

Not offered in 2013/14.


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