Resources for Physics Lab Sessions

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SUMMARY

The discussion focuses on resources for mastering physics lab challenges, specifically for teaching assistants assigned to Physics Lab sessions. Participants seek recommendations for books on measurements and instrumentation that include data manipulation techniques. The target audience for these resources includes first and second-year undergraduate students. Key suggestions include identifying appropriate literature that addresses both theoretical and practical aspects of physics lab work.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of basic physics principles
  • Familiarity with laboratory measurements and instrumentation
  • Knowledge of data manipulation techniques in experimental physics
  • Experience with undergraduate-level physics coursework
NEXT STEPS
  • Research "Data Analysis for Experimental Physics" textbooks
  • Explore "Measurement and Instrumentation: Theory and Application" by Alan S. Morris
  • Investigate online resources for physics lab techniques
  • Look into workshops or seminars on data manipulation in physics experiments
USEFUL FOR

This discussion is beneficial for teaching assistants, undergraduate physics students, and educators seeking effective resources for conducting physics lab sessions and mastering data manipulation techniques.

kthouz
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Dear all,
In this coming fall, I will be assigned Physics Lab as a teaching assistantship. Does anyone know a book or any other resource that can help me in mastering physics lab challenges. I need a book on measurements and instrumentation where i can find data manipulation techniques. Does anyone suggest me a best one?
Thank you
 
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kthouz said:
Dear all,
In this coming fall, I will be assigned Physics Lab as a teaching assistantship. Does anyone know a book or any other resource that can help me in mastering physics lab challenges. I need a book on measurements and instrumentation where i can find data manipulation techniques. Does anyone suggest me a best one?
Thank you

I might be able to find a couple, but what level are you looking at?
 
Birkeland said:
I might be able to find a couple, but what level are you looking at?

1st and 2nd undergrad students
 

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