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PHYS 497 - Senior Thesis

(3 units) CO13, CO14
Integration of physics sub-disciplines, other sciences, mathematics and English in a directed theoretical or experimental research project, culminating in a written thesis and oral defense.

Prerequisite(s): PHYS 182L, completion of CO 1-8, Junior or Senior standing, permission of instructor. Recommended Preparation: PHYS 421.

Units of Lecture: 3
Core Status: Major Capstone Course, CO13, CO14
Offered: Every Fall, Spring, and Summer
Student Learning Outcomes:
Upon completion of this course:
1. Students will be able to integrate Quantitative Reasoning and Critical Analysis & Use of Information to formulate and carry out a research project.
2. Students will be able to synthesize information and techniques from previous coursework across disciplines to identify and use the basic materials and resources needed to carry out a research project.
3. Students will be able to communicate the results of Senior Thesis I research orally and in writing, following the standards of scholarly articles in Physics.
4. Students will be able to articulate and follow ethical principles in a scientific context, including professional standards of laboratory practice, the communication of literature research without plagiarism, and the crediting of collaborators and standards for co-authorship.


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