Instructor Class Description

Time Schedule:

• Summer Quarter 2008
• Autumn Quarter 2008

Gerald T. Seidler
PHYS 248
Seattle Campus

Introductory Selected Topics

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Class description

This class gives a broad survey of the physics research going on at the University of Washington. In addition to discussing the various physical topics, the speakers will also cover the involvement of UW undergraduates in the various research programs and the prerequisites for getting into a research group. The lectures will target sophomore Physics majors, but all are welcome. If you haven’t completed at least PHYS123, please contact Prof.Seidler before enrolling.

Student learning goals

General method of instruction

Recommended preparation

Class assignments and grading

Required background reading will be provided each week. The only assignments will be short online quizes.

Grades will be based on class participation and short on-line quizzes focused on the background reading and the lecture presentations. Students will also have an opportunity to tour many of the physics research labs at UW.

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Modified:June 21, 2008