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PHYS 290: Current Topics in Physics and Chemistry

Units: 3

Exploration of current research directions, problems, and techniques in molecular and materials chemistry, physics and engineering. Course format emphasizes student-led presentation, analysis, and discussion of reading assignments from the current and recent scientific literature. Topics determined by the instructor and changes each semester.

Course Details
Repeats Allowed for Credit: 99

Normal Letter Grade with Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory option

Requisites and Restrictions
Instructor Permission Required: No


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