PHYS 93A – Physics, Astrophysics, Geophysics

SLO M 6:30 – 9:30 PM, Fall 2006

Section #2011, Room 2107

PHYSICS RESEARCH SEMINAR

Course Content

Instructs and guides students with an interest in physics, astrophysics, or geophysics in planning and conducting their own modest research topic and presenting their results as a scientific paper and talk.  Hands-on class develops skills directly applicable to research papers, senior projects, and masters theses.

Should you take this course?

* Yes, if you are planning a career in the physical sciences or engineering.

How will it benefit you?

* Opportunity to plan and conduct your own modest research on a topic of your own choice.

* Starts you down the research/publication path to advanced degrees and superior employment.

* You can, if you wish, use Cuesta’s large new computer-controlled telescope and astronomical CCD camera for your research.  Such research can be published in refereed journals such as the Journal of the American Association of Variable Star Observers.

* You can reference your symposium talk and paper in college or employment applications.