Specifically, the course will focus on different methods by which scientists collect, analyze and present data using the computer. After collecting the data in the lab, students will setup a numerical model and will compare it to the actual experimental data. Specific examples will be taken from physics, biology and chemistry laboratories. The course will involve some computer programming using the language TrueBasic, but no previous programming experience is necessary. Introduction to Modern Physics Quantization, wave and particle aspects of matter, elementary quantum mechanics, atomic and molecular structures, solids, and nuclei.
Course includes laboratory.
Offered in 1999-2000 and alternate years. Course includes laboratory. Offered in 1999-2000 and alternate years. The application of mathematics to physical systems. Topics studied are techniques of integration, vector calculus, Fourier analysis, complex algebra, and some matrix methods.