402-0000-01L  Physics Lab 1

SemesterAutumn Semester 2022
LecturersA. Eichler, M. Kroner, A. Eggenberger
Periodicityyearly recurring course
Language of instructionGerman
CommentEnrollment is only possible under https://www.lehrbetrieb.ethz.ch/laborpraktika.
No registration required via myStudies. For further information visit: https://ap.phys.ethz.ch

Only students from 3rd Semester BSc Physics on are admitted to Physics Lab 2.


AbstractIntroductory lab course in experimental physics
Learning objectiveThe overarching topic of the student lab is an understanding of the fundamental challenges in experimental physics. The following aspects are particularly important:

- Why does one conduct experiments, and how should an experiment be planned?
- How does one set up an experiment? What are the important characteristics of measurement instruments and methods?
- Introduction to basic statistical data analysis
- Critical interpretation of measurement results
- Scientific communication, reporting, graphic representation of results
- Ethical aspects of experimental research and reporting
ContentExperiments with examples from mechanics, optics, thermodynamics, electricity and radiation.
Lecture notesAnleitung zum Physikalischen Praktikum; Vorlesungszusammenfassung
Prerequisites / Notice9 Experiments have to be conducted (typically in teams of 2).

In the first week, only an introductory event is taking place in the lecture hall. This event provides relevant information regarding safety and organisational matters (e.g. testat conditions).

Students must pass an online safety test to be allowed to conduct experiments in the lab. It is recommended that every student acquires an individually adjusted safety goggle