PHYS 552 - Advanced Physics Instrumentation

1-3 credit hours - This course is designed to provide a more in-depth view of the equipment available through the Alabama Science in Motion physics program, as well as more advanced lab activities that utilize this equipment. It is taught in conjunction with the ASIM Physics Summer Institute. In addition to the focus on lab activities identified as Year 2 labs, the advanced course will provide additional instruction on troubleshooting equipment operation. Special emphasis will be placed on the incorporation of inquiry techniques into laboratory instruction. Consent of instructor. Prerequisite(s): PHYS 550 and/or acceptance into the ASIM Year 2 program, and acceptance into a graduate program in secondary science education.