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FYS-1003: Basic experimental physics Work Load
10 credits (ECTS) | Type of course
Theoretical subject. | Level of course/Year of study
Normally first or second year. | Language of instruction
Norwegian | Examination semester
Autumn
| Contents
The course requires previous knowledge of mathematics and physics corresponding to the levels of MAT-1001 Calculus 1 and FYS-0100 General Physics or 3FY from the Norwegian High school. Students will learn how to employ measuring instruments, electronic equipment and computers to perform measurements on physical systems. In addition, the students will learn how to present data, evaluate results and write laboratory logs. Use will be made of usual instruments such as oscilloscopes, signal generators, counters, multimeters, among others. The laboratory log must be approved before the exam. | Recommended previous qualifications
FYS-0100 Basic physics, MAT-1001 Calculus 1 | Form of teaching
Lectures: 20 hr
Laboratory Exercises: 64 hr
| Coursework requirements
Laboratory journalsLaboratory reports
| Exam and assessment
Portfolio assessment based on 2 out of 10 laboratory reports counting 20% each, and a final oral exam counting 60%.
Grading scale: A-F
Re-sit examination: Early in tutor free term, 4 hour written examination counting 100%
Postponed examination: According to the current regulation of exams § 21
New examination: According to the current regulation exams § 25, last paragraph. | Contact person/lecturer
Arvid Aanstad, tlf: +47 77 64 40 06, e-mail: stud-kons@phys.uit.no | Recommended reading/syllabus
Available on request | Course overlap
FYS-115 -1 6 sp |
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