Uncertainties in Physics Course
This course teaches mastery of uncertainties in physics through practical tools for measurement, error analysis, and data reporting. Students learn to estimate, propagate, and present uncertainties clearly, enhancing the reliability and impact of experimental results. It covers designing experiments, controlling errors, and producing professional reports with defensible outcomes.

4 to 360h flexible workload
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What will I learn?
Master designing simple one-dimensional experiments, selecting instruments, planning repeatable measurements, and controlling errors. Learn methods for estimating and propagating uncertainties using Type A and Type B analysis, along with proper significant figures. Gain skills to present professional reports featuring transparent data, documented systematics, and reliable results.
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Develop skills
- Master uncertainty propagation by applying error rules to physics formulas quickly.
- Quantify Type A and B errors through computation, combination, and justification.
- Design simple one-dimensional experiments with planning, instrument selection, and noise reduction.
- Report physics results professionally using tables, ± notation, and significant figures.
- Analyze systematic errors by identifying sources, estimating impacts, and documenting clearly.
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