PHY 240 - Intermediate Laboratory I

A selection of experiments designed to illustrate the more important principles of classical and modern physics. This team-oriented experimental course is modeled after how research teams work, with a strong emphasis on reproducible results. Typical experiments include measurement of Planck’s constant, the charge to mass ratio of the electron, the speed of light, acceleration due to gravity, and the Universal Gravitational constant. Students will be expected to make oral presentations, write journal-quality laboratory reports using LaTeX. Six hours per week.

Prerequisite(s): PHY 121, PHY 123, PHY 211, and PHY 261.
Co-requisite(s):
Credits: 3

Course Typically Offered:
Course Type: Physics