Phys 2310L - LAB

Course Number: Phys 2310L

Course Name: Introduction to Classical Physics I Laboratory

Credits: 1 Cr

Contact information Fall/Spring: David Atwood atwood@iastate.edu

PreReq: Credit or enrollment in Phys 2310 or Phys 2410 and credit in MATH 1650 and credit or enrollment in MATH 1660.

Format of the course: this course is offered in person or online. 

In the online version, students work with a lab kit they receive from the department and interact with instructors through Webex. Participation in these meetings carries some credit but is not required to pass the course.

Associated courses: Phys 2310 and Phys 2310H.

Course description

In this course, students will:

  • Apply the theoretical concepts learned in PHYS 2310 in an experimental setup.
  • Learn how to set up an experiment and collect data.
  • Learn the basic tools of data analysis.
  • Learn to draw scientifically sound conclusions based on data.