This course consists of hands-on and computer-aided laboratory exercises that explore topic areas from general physics. The theoretical concepts of quantum mechanics, nuclear physics, electromagnetism and optics are examined experimentally and used to investigate the properties of radioactive decay, potential wells, classical and quantum probability, electromagnetic devices, spectral lines, types of diffractions, and magnetic susceptibility. Comprehensive data gathering and analyses via appropriate statistical methods will be emphasized.
The course will consist of laboratory exercises covering the principles of modern physics, electromagnetism and optics. The topics covered in these exercises are:
The course assessment will be conducted as follows:
Coursework
One 2-hour in-course practical examination 30%
Ten laboratory reports of equal weighting 20%
Final Examination
One 4-hour final practical examination 50%
Students will be expected to satisfy the examiners in both components.
At the end of the course, students should be able to:
Prescribed:
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