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Physics Lab 2
Physikpraktikum 2
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Abstract
Introductory lab course in experimental physics
Objective
The student lab and the corresponding lecture address fundamental challenges of experimental physics. The following aspects are treated in particular: - Motivation and methodology of experimental physics - Experimental setups, knowledge of basic measurement methods and instruments - Introduction to statistical analysis and error calculation of data - Critical evaluation and interpretation of data - Graphical and written presentation of results - Ethical aspects of experimental research and scientific communication
Content
Versuche zu Themen aus den Bereichen der Mechanik, Optik, Wärme, Elektrizität und Kernphysik.
Resources
Lecture Notes
Anleitung zum Physikalischen Praktikum (siehehttps://physikpraktikum.ethz.ch); Vorlesungsskript
Learning Materials (Links)
- Main link
- Unterlagen (Anleitungen, Manuals)
- Moodle course
- Moodle-Kurs / Moodle course
- Literature
- "Data Analysis: A Bayesian Tutorial" von Devinderjit Sivia & John Skilling
General Information
- Language
- German
- Levels
- BSC
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- ungraded semester performance
Registration & Places
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
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| practical/laboratory course |
Physikpraktikum 2
Praktikumszeiten entweder Mo 08:45-12:30, Mi 12:45-16:30 oder Do 12.45-16.30
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4 h weekly |
Offered In
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Practical Courses (Physikpraktikum 2 is compulsory in the 2nd year. Physikpraktikum 3, P+ or IGP is compulsory in the 3rd year.)
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