Time Schedule:
Stephen R. Sharpe
PHYS 496
Seattle Campus
Supervised, independent study of topics (chosen by faculty in charge) of current interest in physics. Written and oral presentation summarizing work accomplished are required. Recommended: 12 credits in physics above 200 level. Offered: Sp.
Class description
How to do synthesize knowledge from different classes and apply it to a physics topic of interest to them; how to do literature research; how to write a scientific paper; how to give a scientific presentation.
Student learning goals
General method of instruction
Students choose topic after consultation with instructor and, working either individually or in pairs, write a paper and give a presentation on that topic. Paper will be reviewed by instructor and returned for revision.
Recommended preparation
Class assignments and grading
Attendance and participation, quality of paper and of presentation.
