PHYS 4410 - Advanced Experimental Physics

(PBS)

Fall, spring. 4 credits.

Prerequisites: senior standing or permission of instructor; PHYS 3318/PHYS 3327 and PHYS 3327 /PHYS 3327 or permission of instructor. Limited enrollment: students are advised to consider enrolling in Fall semester.

A. Ryd.

Over 50 available experiments on various topics including atomic and molecular spectroscopy, optics, condensed matter physics, nuclear physics, electrical and microwave circuits, x-rays, and magnetic resonance. Each student selects and performs three experiments. Independent work is stressed, and scientific writing and presentation skills are emphasized. Weekly lectures will cover techniques and skills necessary for the class and experimental physics in general.