PS 395 - Advanced Laboratory

This course is designed to introduce students to advanced laboratory topics and methods in physics. Stu- dents will get hands-on experience working with research-grade and advanced teaching-grade equipment, while also being introduced to basic techniques of experimental physics, from properly maintaining a lab notebook and simple methods of troubleshooting, to the design and execution of experimental models. Students will also hone their written and oral communication skills through written reports and oral presentations.

Four credits.

Prerequisite(s): PS 382 or permission of instructor. Co-requisite(s): PS 383 or permission of instructor