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PHYS 100 The Technology of Keeping Time and the Humanity of Spending Time 6 credits
In this seminar, we will consider human-made devices for tracking the passage of time from ancient astronomical clocks to modern atomic clocks. How are these devices made and what is the science behind them? What leads to particular choices about how to measure time? What is gained and what is lost with more precise and ubiquitous timekeeping? In addition to exploring these questions through readings and discussions, students will also engage in the process of building their own timekeeping device.
Held for new first year students.
- Fall 2025
- AI/WR1, Argument & Inquiry/WR1
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Student is a member of the First Year First Term class level cohort and is enrolled in the FOCUS Colloquium. Students are only allowed to register for one A&I course at a time. If a student wants to change this A&I course they must contact the Registrar's Office.