ASTR381-09S1 (C) Semester One 2009

Advanced Experiments in Physics and Astronomy

14 points

Details:
Start Date: Monday, 23 February 2009
End Date: Sunday, 28 June 2009
Withdrawal Dates
Last Day to withdraw from this course:
  • Without financial penalty (full fee refund): Sunday, 8 March 2009
  • Without academic penalty (including no fee refund): Sunday, 24 May 2009

Description

Execution and write-up of selected laboratory experiments.

Physics is an experimental science. The quantum Hall effect and high-temperature superconductivity are fairly recent examples of unforeseen discoveries by experimenters. A familiarity with some principles and practical aspects of experimental physics is of fundamental importance and frequently of considerable value to employers. The analysis and intepretation of astronomical observations can develop complementary skills.

The 300-level laboratories are based on a selection of set experiments, field station visits and mini-projects.

Note: This occurence  is offered by invitation only, via the Head of Department.

Prerequisites

(1) PHYS281 and PHYS282 or PHYS283; (2) 22 points from any of the following courses PHYS221-226, ASTR211, ASTR212; (3) MATH109 or equivalent.

Restrictions

Equivalent Courses

Course Coordinator

For further information see Physics and Astronomy Head of Department

Course links

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Notes

Students are normally expected to take this course in the Second Semester.

Indicative Fees

Domestic fee $580.00

International fee $2,637.00

* All fees are inclusive of NZ GST or any equivalent overseas tax, and do not include any programme level discount or additional course-related expenses.

For further information see Physics and Astronomy .

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