To develop the student s ability to conduct and design experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data. To develop the student s ability to communicate effectively through oral and written reports. To provide an opportunity for the students to work in teams. In several experiments, spreadsheet analysis is required during the laboratory period. Students use appropriate software to analyze data, generate graphs and tables, write laboratory reports, and prepare visual aids for the oral report.
Many reports require linear or polynomial regression analysis to determine system parameters.
The group experiments are open-ended and require the students to modify existing experiments or develop new experiments. Group experiments are scheduled for 2-3 weeks while structured individual experiments are completed in 1 week. Dr. Ann Marie Flynn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .