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Cornell University

CISEP

Cornell Institute for Sensory Explorations in Physics

PHYS 4500

- Cultivating Public Engagement in Physics
January 1, 2023

Description

This course centers on the design, production, and use of exhibits in both informal and formal science education settings, for the purpose of increasing engagement in and understanding of physics. Geared toward K-12 and general audiences, the physics phenomena, concepts, and principles addressed will include mechanics, thermodynamics, electricity and magnetism, wave motion, sound, and light. With tangible deliverables that include a physical artifact–the exhibit itself, a showcase event, and a video that clearly articulates the physics concepts elucidated by the exhibit, much of the course will be very-hands on and participants will learn to safely use a variety of tools to construct their exhibits.

Skills

A key aspect of PHYS 4500 is that students learn how to use a variety of hand and power tools, the basics of electrical wiring and soldering, how to build and troubleshoot stuff, how to interact with interesting experimental phenomena, and how to effectively communicate physics. Very close supervision and detailed instruction in all of this is provided.

Experimental Methods
Experimental Methods
Fabricating
Fabricating
Prototyping
Prototyping
Cutting
Cutting
Drilling
Drilling
Soldering
Soldering
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