It is a good morning exercise for a research scientist to discard a pet hypothesis every day before breakfast. It keeps him young.
M.A. learning outcomes
Achieve more advanced knowledge of physical principles, ideas, and mathematical techniques in fundamental areas of physics, including classical mechanics, electrodynamics, quantum mechanics, solid-state physics, and statistical mechanics.
Become proficient in using advanced computerized laboratory data analysis techniques, including treatment of statistical and systematic errors, error propagation, and representing data graphically.
Develop understanding of further career and professional development.