Under the guidance of a faculty member, students perform research on a physics-related topic through a semester-long project. The project involves development of a proposal, building of experimental apparatus, data collection/analysis, and theoretical calculations.
Prerequisites: PHYS 111 or 121 (C- or better); Enrollment restricted to PHYS, BPHY, TPAM, and PCSC majors
Outcomes: Students should gain a deeper understanding of the material covered in introductory physics and learn about research methods employed by physicists.
Prerequisites: PHYS 111 or 121 (C- or better); Enrollment restricted to PHYS, BPHY, TPAM, and PCSC majors
Outcomes: Students should gain a deeper understanding of the material covered in introductory physics and learn about research methods employed by physicists.