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PHYS 257. Experimental Methods 1.

Credits: 3
Offered by: Physics (Faculty of Science)
Terms offered: Fall 2026
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Description

Introductory laboratory work and data analysis as related to mechanics, optics and thermodynamics. Introduction to computers as they are employed for laboratory work, for data analysis and for numerical computation. Previous experience with computers is an asset, but is not required.
  • Fall
  • 6 hours of laboratory and classroom work
  • Corequisite: PHYS 230 or PHYS 251

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