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2013-2014 Undergraduate & Graduate Catalog
PHY 309 - Experimental Methods in Physics
Course consists of four modules: instrumentation, statistics pertaining to physics, electronics, and an introduction to machine shop methods. Course culminates in a final project that includes the design, implementation, analysis, and written and oral report of an experiment geared toward student interest. (2-0-4) Offered fall semester. Prerequisites: PHY 302 and a supplemental writing skills course.
Credits: 4