This knowledge is applied to various experiments that students themselves design and build. Concludes with a project at which results are presented by the student. Prereq., PHYS 2130 or PHYS 2170 and 2150 . Introductory Research in Optical Physics. Two lect., one 3-hour lab plus variable unsupervised labs each week.
Students design and build their own experiments using a modular type of optical research kit.
Experiments cover basic research methods in instrument design, laser physics, Fourier optics, holography, spectroscopy, and interferometry. Students learn how to plan major projects and evaluate critically the significance of results. Course concludes with a four-week major project. Prereq., PHYS 3330 . Introduction to Plasma Physics.