What is Student: Definition and 1000 Discussions

A student is primarily a person enrolled in a school or other educational institution and who is under learning with goals of acquiring knowledge, developing professions and achieving employment at desired field. In the broader sense, a student is anyone who applies themselves to the intensive intellectual engagement with some matter necessary to master it as part of some practical affair in which such mastery is basic or decisive.
In the United Kingdom and most commonwealth countries, the term "student" denotes those enrolled in secondary schools and higher (e.g., college or university); those enrolled in primary/elementary schools are called "pupils".

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    Statistics for physics student

    I need a book that will explain tha statistical methods that we use in the analysis of the laboratory exercises done in the first years of a physics course. Stuff like standard deviation, standard error etc and also in handling errors. I know the formulas and some general instructions on where...
  2. P

    Need advice for transfer student

    I am currently attending a community college and I have completed 28 units and am taking 6 units right now in the summer. I plan on applying to the UC's but my primary choices are UCLA and Berkeley. Since I plan on being a theoretical physicist and getting a ph.d to study string theory...
  3. Math Is Hard

    Frustrated and Overwhelmed Student: Time to Change Majors?

    I'm not mighty. I suck. Man, am I in a Donatella Versace mood. :mad: I swear if anyone walks in my office I'll throw things at their head. GET OUT! grrr. I hate midterms. I hate neuroscience. I hate artificial intelligence. I hate essay questions. Especially when there's four on a midterm you...
  4. D

    Schools Follow Your Dreams: Why Studying Physics is Beneficial for Your Future Career

    I need some advise. My parents want me to go into engineering. For the most part(still undecided) I prefer physics(especially theoritical). They don't think I can find a job with a physics degree. At least not without a PhD(they have heard certain companies pay engineers to get a PhD). Keep in...
  5. K

    Advice needed for EE student

    I am an electrical engineering student.I need your advice on what should i learn or so in summer to make myself a better electrical engineer and give more credit to my CV like what to learn other than college courses(ex:networking,programming...certifications) and what kind of training should i...
  6. N

    Freshman EE student seeking advice

    Well finals just finished and I am pretty sure that I did pretty well over all except for my Honors Physics II course. I wanted to get advice about this. My final grade for the semester just came in for Physics II and its a C+. I thought I was going to do worse but the scale greatly helped...
  7. H

    Is Balancing Work and Electrical Engineering Studies Feasible?

    First and foremost I'm a newbie on here and just registered today but have been visiting for a while and find a lot of you guys very helpful. I registed because I wanted some advice on my current situation. I am an EE student who went to Community College for the first year and half and...
  8. M

    Student research - where to publish?

    Dear all Hopefully this is an appropriate topic for this forum. I am an assistant professor of physics in a liberal arts college. I have had, and for the first time, supervised a senior thesis involving a calculation in supergravity. Although the calculation was original, in the sense that it...
  9. B

    Photon Mass: Is Student Learning Misleading?

    Is the student not correctly taught if the intructor says: the photon has no rest mass but it has a m=E/cc dynamic mass? Could such a statement have missleading consequences?
  10. Evo

    High school student recites 8,784 digits of pi

    I don't get it "But his mathematical feat won the praise of others, including the math and computer science teacher who got Gaurav interested in it." Why is this considered a "mathematical feat"? He's not actually doing any math. I admit it's an awesome bit of memorization and recitation...
  11. russ_watters

    High School Student Recites 8,784 Digits of Pi

    This is disturbing on so many levels: http://www.usatoday.com/tech/science/2006-03-16-pi-recitation_x.htm
  12. S

    Angular speed of student on merry-go-round

    A merry go round can be described as a horizontal platform in the shape of a disc which rotates on a frictionless bearing about a vertical axis through its centre. The platform has a mass of 150 kg, a radius of 2.0 m and a rotational inertia of 300 kg.m2.A 60 kg student walks slowly from the rim...
  13. H

    Highschool student interested in cosmology

    I am a high school student interested in cosmology and gr, qm, and mtheory. I find it fascinating to think about the origins of the universe. I need clarification on a 'simple' aspect of the gr theory. *Time is warped and slowed down (relative to another location) around greater masses *As...
  14. S

    Vectors, New Student, probably very basic

    I have just started studying my first physics class this year, and I am stuck on 1 question relating to vectors. I think my problem is understanding the question, I have completed all the other questions in the section fairly easily. This is the question I am stuck on. A stone is thrown...
  15. Z

    Student of physics with OCD

    I need some help regarding some stuff. I'm now a 3rd year student of physics, my Uni which is the most resp ectble and affordable in my country,which i was capable to go to. The uni use the old french system of education , you choose what you want to study(math , physics ,...),and they have a...
  16. S

    MIT Student Research Program

    I am applying for the MIT Student Research Program. I have developed a mechanical mechanism for infinitely Variable Valve timing in reciprocating engines (which to the best of my knowledge no one has done so far. Electrical and hydraulic camless mechanisms exist but they are expensive. Mine...
  17. B

    Algebra Help for Desperate Junior: Solve Equations with Points and Slopes

    I'm a Junior, in my 3rd year of Algebra :grumpy: I will probably just try a tutor, but... maybe somebody on here could help me for the time being. Here is an example of a test we take. ********** Solve: (6, -3) (-4, 1) Point Slope Slope Intercept Standard Intercepts ( , ) ( , )...
  18. L

    Summer job in Physics for UK student

    Hi there, Was wondering if anybody could direct me to universities or companies that take on physics students for summer projects. I would ideally like to get a place in the US somewhere but so many places state US residents only. Can anyone help or suggest good places to go in the...
  19. D

    Recommended reading for a 1st year physics student

    hey everyone, I'm going to be starting my first year as a physics major, I was wondering if there were any books that anyone would recommend, textbook or othereise that I check out. I was thinking about getting the Feynman Lecture on Physics. Any suggestions? Thanks :smile: dleacock
  20. Astronuc

    What future advancements can be expected in nuclear power?

    Nuclear Power: A Look at the Future 2006 ANS Student Conference March 30-April 1, 2006 http://ans.union.rpi.edu/Conference/ OK NE Students, get busy! I'll most likely be there. :smile: and since I have your attention - :biggrin: Department of Mechanical, Aerospace and Nuclear...
  21. D

    Can an aerospace Engineer please complete this interview for a PLTW student?

    Please read, it's for a PLTW term paper! Hello, I am a high school student enrolled in the PLTW (Project Lead the Way: Principles of Engineering) Program, and I was instructed to do a term paper on any type of engineering. I have chosen aerospace engineering, and I am required to conduct an...
  22. A

    Courses Chemical Engineering Student needs opinions on course usefulness please.

    I can take one of the following 3 courses as a technical elective. I need to know which would be the most useful to me. My Math background: I have taken a year of Calculus, linear algebra, and diff eq (no partials.) Thermal Physics [text: Kittel "Thermal Physics"]...
  23. S

    NEED Advice for a Struggling Grad Student

    Currently, I am working on my PhD in Physics (do not have a masters). My background is a BS degree in Computer Science / Mathematics. I have almost all the classes one needs to get an undergraduate physics degree. I am thinking of leaving the program recently since my 28th birthday. I am not...
  24. H

    Seeking Employment Advice for MSc Physics Student with No Industry Experience

    I'm currently working towards my MSc in physics. Pretty much all I have left is to finish my thesis project. I hope to have the research portion done by december and my thesis written and defense done by february, so I've started looking for work. The problem is I've never had a job in...
  25. L

    Is a Ph.D Research Possible for 37-Year-Old Student?

    Is it too late for a 37-year-old student to conduct a Ph.D research for degree?
  26. siddharth

    New Dress Code: A Restriction of Student Freedom?

    Recently, a prominent university in my city, decided to implement a new dress code in 227 engineering colleges. The dress code states that students should not wear jeans, t-shirts, skirts or sleeveless and tight-fitting outfits and enjoins them to dress conservatively. This is because the...
  27. P

    Fresh student of nuclear engineering

    Hi I am fresh student of nuclear engineering. I want to know why it is so important to make such cumbersome models for corrosion product and fission product activity in primary coolants of LWRs. What is importance of measuring corrosion and fission product activity. Hoping someone will answer...
  28. L

    Gaining Physics Work Experience as a Year 12 Student

    Hello. I am a year 12 student and everyone around me is currently doing work experience (e.g. people interested in medecine are working in hospitals) and I am obviously interested in a Physics degree and was wondering if anyone could recommend a place for me to do work experience relating to...
  29. W

    Angular Momentum Conservation: A Student on a Rotating Stool

    i don't really understand question which concerns the classic example that demonstrate the conservation of angular momentum, a student on a free rotaing stool holds two weight, mass each 3kg, 1m from axis of rotation each, and he rotate with angular v of 0.75rad/s. moment if inertia of...
  30. exequor

    Comparing Student Checking Accounts: Wachovia, Bank of America and SunTrust

    I am in the process of setting up one of those "free checking accounts" that most banks offer for students. I am looking at Wachovia, Bank of America and SunTrust (they have an ATM, where I will be). Does anyone have experience with these types of bank accounts? Also which bank should I go with...
  31. G

    17 Yr Old HS Student Explores Math & Programming

    Hello everyone. I'm a 17 year old high school student (grade 12) and I like math and computer programming :smile:
  32. R

    Help Needed for Physics Project for an Undergraduate Student

    Hello guys , Could anyone of you please tell me what's the great fuss about a physics project. Sorry for being a little informal. My teacher wants me to do a project in physics and I don't know how to start with. I am interested in doing physics but the idea of a project takes...
  33. M

    Navy Nuke Student lookin for information

    Im currently a Navy Fireman at NNPTC, I am already experiencing the school and getting by... but i wanted to know, what kind of out look I am looking for in the future as far as civilain job markets or staying in the navy... thanks
  34. A

    Advice on Genetics Study for A-Level Student

    I really want to study genetics, but I'm not too sure how to go about it. My dad is advising me to get a degree in medice first, but shouldn't i just study genetics as my first degree? Please give me some advice about what to do. I am at my final year at secondary school(high school) and I'm...
  35. I

    New university student in aerospace engineering program

    Hello, I have enrolled in aerospace engineering at university and I am trying to figure out what kind of jobs I'm going to be training for specifically. Does anyone have a hint?
  36. J

    Exploring Euler's Circuit with a High School Math Student

    Just had one of my better high school math students come to me with questions about Euler's circuit. Can someone help refreash me on it? thanx
  37. A

    Anyone a non-traditional student in pursuit of a Ph.D.?

    I'm 31, and considering leaving a very lucrative position to go back to grad school to obtain a Ph.D. in physics. I already have a law degree, but my passion is and always has been physics. First, can this be done? Second, has anyone around here done this? I also have a wife and two...
  38. N

    !Witness a Graduate Student Defending Their Thesis: Intense Experience

    For the prospective graduate student, will anyone provide a link that displays a graduate student defending his/her thesis? It must be intense. Just want to know what it's like. Thanks
  39. B

    Study Guides for 4th Year MPhys Student (UK)

    Hi, Could anyone recommend any study guides worth purchasing in preparation for the general and physics subject tests. I'm a 4th yea MPhys student (UK). Thanks
  40. P

    Future direction needed for Uni student

    Currently I am doing first year BSc. I like to become a pure mathematician or a theoretical physicist. The trouble is I cannot decide on which one. They say ‘do what you enjoy most’. But in this case I enjoy both equally as much. For example, I read about quantum mechanics or string theory...
  41. D

    My Exam Story: Reflections of a Confused Student

    Note : Please don't connect this post with my performance on PF ... :biggrin: Ok people , I am giving you some info : exams name-----students appeared------my rank(% of students behind me) AIEEE --------400,000---------13,600 (96.6%) BITSAT-------- 48,000----------- 3,500 (92.7%)...
  42. P

    Inductance Help for High School Student!

    Inductance Help! https://www.physicsforums.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=3779&stc=1 Hello, I was wondering if I could get some help on the following questions, First of all let's me explain...I am a high school student who is trying to learn the basics of electrical...
  43. K

    Student participation in university administration

    Greetings, I was wondering about all your universitities out there, to what extend can students participate in the running of your university? At my university, it's quite extensive. There are 8 students sitting on the university Board (yours truly included for the science faculty), and in...
  44. B

    UMass Dartmouth Student Celebrates with Two Semesters of A+ Grades

    On Friday: --I found out my grades for semester 2 at UMass Dartmouth: 4 A+'s (Four!) one A. These are the same grades I got in semester 1. Yes, I am a god. :tongue: --I found out I got accepted to UMass Amherst (Fall 05) to my major of choice, computer science Today: --While here around...
  45. F

    Theoretical physics book for a high school student?

    Hi, can someone please recommend some books on theoretical physics? I have limited knowledge in calculus (chain/product/quotient rule and a bit of anti-differentiation) and I plan to study purely from the textbook. If I need a more advanced understanding of maths, which I'm sure I do, can...
  46. S

    Entering U.S. Univ as foriegn student

    undefined Can anyone in the forum please direct me to know whether GRE or TOEFl is the only criteria to enter into the US universities for doing a Ph.D. I am doing my masters in physics in the degree 'Master of Science(Physics)' in India. I want to do research on nanotechnology in any of the...
  47. B

    Local Maximum of a Differentiable Function Using the Mean Value Theorem

    Hello everyone, I'm stuck on a MVT question. Can someone please help me out? Its not really a homework question, I'm doing this question to enhance my understanding of various things. Q. Where a < x_0 < b, suppose that f(x) is differentiable in (a,b) and f'(x_0) = 0. Suppose also that for...
  48. RadiationX

    MATLAB Matlab Program for Integral Solutions - Student Version

    Does anyone know if the Matlab program will show worked out solutions to integrals like mathematica? My calculator can do most integrals but i'd like to be able to see the solution method not just the answer. BTW i have the student version.
  49. O

    Student distracted by movement

    Have you seen this video before? It shows a student quietly writing an essay when something starts moving rapidly within eyeshot of the student. Distracted the student asks the ‘thing’ to stop moving, well you’ll see the rest……. Video found here -...
  50. K

    Thomas' Calculus: Student Solutions Manual?

    Hello! This isn't exactly a maths problem but I did not know where else to post and I am in a bit of a fix! I'm taking Calculus after a very long hiatus from anything to do with mathematics and I'm finding the going quite hard. I'm was actually freaking out three weeks ago (when the course...
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