2017:
Semester 1 – PY3108 Experimental Methods II
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Course Description To train the student in current methods of experimental and applied research. We will learn about optical measurement devices, use of advanced laboratory equipment, advanced measurement techniques, computer automation of advanced experiments and computer based data analysis.
The 12 week course will be divided into short (1-2 week) lab modules with one lecture per week. Within each lab module there is sufficient time to complete and write up the experimental work. All labs and assignments will have a 10% penalty per day. Prior to the LED/Laser lab, there will be a laser safety exam and at the end of the semester there will be a lab exam. Each Wednesday there is a supervised tutorial and lab session from 15:00-18:00. You are encouraged to come in at other times as well in order to complete your practical assignments.
Class and Tutorial Examples and Notes: LabView Assignments (one submission per
group) LabView Assignment 3 – Due Oct 17 (extended to the 18th due to the hurricane) Example pdf showing linear fit over range
LabView Extras:
Experimental Modules: (one
submission per person) Note: labs must be submitted in pdf format by email (these can be generated with your choice of software) Circuit board design help document Lab 3 – Device Characterisation: due October 17 (extended to the 18th due to the hurricane) Lab 4 – Photodiode and TIA: Part A due October 24 Soldering: Data Sheets: |
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Instrumentation amplifiers: AD623, INA126 OpAmps: LM741, TL081, LM258/LM358, LT1490A PNP Transistors: BC327, MPSA06 NPN Transistors: BC337, 2N3904 Photodiode: S5971 Laser Safety: |
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