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PHYS 401 - Classical Physics Lab

Last offered Fall 2026

Official Description

Experiments and techniques in classical mechanics and electromagnetism, emphasizing hands-on, skills-based learning. Dynamics of electrical and mechanical oscillators in both time and frequency domains. Measurements of electrostatic fields, transmission lines, EM waves, and radiation. Electromagnetic phenomena in dielectrics, conductors, and magnetic materials. Development of practical skills in experimental design, data acquisition, uncertainty quantification, numerical modeling, and scientific communication. Course Information: 4 undergraduate hours. 4 graduate hours. Prerequisite: PHYS 325. Credit or concurrent enrollment in PHYS 435 or ECE 329. Class Schedule Information: Register for the lecture and one of the laboratory sections.

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TitleSectionCRNTypeHoursTimesDaysLocationInstructor
Classical Physics LabA32710PKG41530 - 1620 M    Irina Burkova
Classical Physics LabA32710PKG41630 - 1720 M    Irina Burkova
Classical Physics LabL132704LAB01300 - 1650 T  6103 Engineering Sciences Building 
Classical Physics LabL232707LAB01300 - 1650 W  6103 Engineering Sciences Building 
Classical Physics LabL332708LAB00800 - 1150 R  6103 Engineering Sciences Building 
Classical Physics LabL460253LAB01300 - 1650 R  6103 Engineering Sciences Building