PHYS 48001 - Senior Thesis I

This course will consist of independent research under the supervision of a faculty advisor. Senior Thesis course is required to graduate. This course is part of a two-semester course-track that is completed when PHYS 48002 is completed in the second semester.

Preparation for Course
P: PHYS 34200 and 34300, or PHYS 34600; and one of the following: ASTR 36400, 37000, 40100, PHYS 32200, 34500, 32500, 36100, 51500 or 55000. Senior class standing required. Departmental approval required.

Cr. 3.
Notes
Pass/No Pass grade assigned.
Student Learning Outcomes
1. The development of critical thinking.
2. The ability to carry out independent research.
3. The ability to present new material in clear, non-technical language.
4. Understanding of the physics underlying the work.