PHY315-08-Fall
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CEB558/PHY315, Fall 2008
The course, Hands-On Science with Cosmic Rays, will be offered both as an undergraduate course (PHY315) and in the School for Professional Development(CEB558). It is based on MARIACHI technology and expands on the successful WISE 187 classes offered for the third time this year. It will offer the opportunity to develop and perform several experiments measuring properties of cosmic rays using our detectors.
An article about the course has been published in the November 2007 issue of Physics World.
The bulletin course description reads:
"Cosmic rays are a ubiquitous source of background radiation here on Earth, constantly replenishing short-lived radioactive materials (like Carbon 14) and perhaps providing the engine that has driven evolution over the ages. This seminar will provide an inquiry-based interactive opportunity to study the properties of cosmic rays using modern particle detectors and computers as an introduction to the scientific method, experimental techniques, and data analysis. Classes will integrate group discussions with hands-on investigation in small teams, and then joint brainstorming sessions to analyze and understand the data to suggest ways to improve the experimental measurements. Students will use computers to take and analyze data, to post their results, and to interact with each other and the course staff.
Intended for undergraduates, K-12 science and research teachers, and those interested in inquiry-based learning and the experimental method."
Welcome to the Course Resource Page
Students will be introduced to simple detectors which provide an electronic signal whenever a charged sub-atomic particle passes through it. Using a set of these detectors students then will make propose and then develop a series of measurements to help them understand the ever present shower of cosmic rays that reach us. Students will also be introduced to new ideas in computing, with the use of a "wiki" to record results, write reports, and interact with instructors and other students.
Participants
- Paul Adams
- Matthew Banaszak
- Jean Clark
- Christopher Digiacomo
- Ryan Doyle
- Kenneth Greguski
- Dana Haugh
- Imran Ishtihar
- Michael Meeker
- Alvin Nesbot
- Christian Williams
Instructors
Prof. Michael Marx, Professor and Associate Vice President for Brookhaven Affairs
Administration 407 Phone: 632-8102 By Appointment Tues, Thurs 9:30 - 10:30, Wed 3 - 4pm
Dr. Dima Vavilov, Ph.D. Co-Instructor Office: Physics D-110
Phone: 631-632-8295 (D-110), 631-632-8183 (NSL)
Mr. Rich Lefferts – NSL Lab Manager VdG 007, 632-8169
Mr. Harry Stuckey - email hasmort@optonline.net
Course Information
- Course Introduction
- Introduction to detectors and Data Acquisition system
- Course Syllabus and Calendar
- Course Equipment Manual
Assignments
Assignment 1
Assignment 2
Assignment 3
Assignment 4
Assignment 5
Assignment 6
Assignment 7
Assignment 8
