Contemporary Physics Laboratory

Catalog description

Designed for students majoring in physics. Focuses on Nobel prize-winning physics research occurring within the lifetime of the student. Topics may include Balmer series of hydrogen, high-Tc superconductivity, x-ray diffraction, and magnetism. Communication skills are developed through report writing, presentations, and manuscript writing. CAS-D/LAB. CAS-W. Prerequisite: PHY 192. Co-requisite: PHY 282 .