PHYS 3310

Intermediate Experimental Physics

Course Description

Course information provided by the 2025-2026 Catalog.

Would you find it appealing to operate a physical system that allows you to sharply distinguish between rational and irrational numbers? How about using a microwave thermometer to measure the temperature of a distant object namely the sun's outer surface? Would you like to measure fundamentals of nature, such as the charge to mass ratio of the electron, or the atomic structure of Hydrogen? In Physics 3310, you will have experiences such as these as you decide for yourself how valid or applicable various theoretical results are that you have already encountered or look forward to encountering in 3000 level intermediate level courses such as quantum and classical mechanics and electrodynamics. You'll acquire essential skills to tease out the truth about nature as an experimental physicist with particular emphasis on the awareness and management of uncertainty. The environment of 3310 promotes individual creativity and discovery with the encouragement and aid of coursemates and staff.

Prerequisites REF-FA25/Corequisites REF-FA25 PHYS 2208 or PHYS 2214 or PHYS 2218. Corequisites: None.

Distribution Requirements (CHPH-AG, OPHLS-AG), (PHS-AS)

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