PHYS 31.02 Research Methods in 21st Century Physics and Astronomy
This course provides a structured introduction to some of the key methods used in 21st Century Physics and Astronomy Research. Student will learn how to perform a literature search, engage in hands-on experimental and/or computational research and use computational techniques for data analysis and modeling. Students will practice distinguishing between critical variables and background details and learn to summarize and present their results to different audiences. Ethics and researcher responsibilities will also be explored.
Instructor
Ramanathan