Experiments performed in this lab cover a diverse array of the major topics of physics, including many topics that resulted in Nobel Prizes. Students learn how to correctly manipulate experimental data and how to interface computers with experiments. Available equipment includes a digital storage oscilloscope, computerized data acquisition, and the specific equipment needed for over 20 different experiments. This lab space can also be used for special research experiments. A computer simulation of nonradial stellar pulsation.
Computer applications are also an integral part of many physics courses and labs.
Additionally, this facility provides educational opportunities for the general public. Physics majors have the opportunity to run programs for both the local school systems and for Wednesday evening public shows. The planetarium outreach program directly reaches more than 10,000 people each year. Majors and minors enjoy the opportunity to meet together in an area reserved for studying physics . The room is just down the hall from the faculty offices, providing convenient access to course instructors.