Physics Instructional Laboratory Modernization Project

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9351022 Mills The laboratory offerings for students in the first calculus-based introductory physics course is being upgraded to include the use of computer techniques in the experiments. The students are interfacing equipment to enter data directly into files for analysis. Spreadsheets are being used for data analysis and graph preparation. The exercises have been selected to fulfill some of the functions of a traditional recitation session as well. It is expected that this will improve both the levels at which the experiments are done and the students' comprehension of the concepts. The experience gained is providing a basis for planning modernization of the other introductory laboratories.