PHYS 4410

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PHYS 4410
Advanced Experimental Physics

Course information provided by the Courses of Study 2022-2023.

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.

When Offered Fall, Spring.

Permission Note Enrollment limited to: seniors in Physics or A&EP.
Prerequisites/Corequisites Prerequisite: PHYS 3327, PHYS 3318.

Distribution Category (PBS-AS, PHS-AS)

Comments Rising seniors will receive a survey spring of their junior year to determine class placement in their senior year. Students are advised to consider enrolling in Fall semester since enrollment is limited. If prerequisites are not met, permission of instructor is also required.

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: PHYS 4400, PHYS 6510

  • 4 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  4016 PHYS 4410   LEC 001

  • Instruction Mode: In Person
    Enrollment is limited to Physics & AEP Seniors. Students can join the waitlist at www.physics.cornell.edu/waitlist.

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  •  4017 PHYS 4410   LAB 401

    • TW
    • Jan 23 - May 9, 2023

    • Ramshaw, B

  • Instruction Mode: In Person
    Rotational hybrid: instruction to be determined by instructor. All spaces in this class are reserved for Physics and A&EP seniors.

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