- 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.
M.A. learning outcomes
“ It is a good morning exercise for a research scientist to discard a pet hypothesis every day before breakfast. It keeps him young. ”