Python4Physics

We are going virtual! [follow this link]

In keeping with guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and the World Health Organization to slow the spread of the COVID-19 global pandemic, all universities in Virginia, including Old Dominion University, have canceled all activities and events on campus through the month of August. This, unfortunately overlaps with the period during which we would be hosting Python4Physics.

In response to this situation, we are actively working to move the course online. This will allow you to access the course and interact remotely with us from anywhere in the world. Also, we are planning to record the course material, so you may be able to access later at your own convenience.

For all the up to date information, go to this page.

A free summer course!

This course, taught by the ODU Physics faculty, is aimed to teach future scientist some basic tools needed to start working on modern-day physics research. In particular, you will learn the basics of programming by working through physics problems.

You will learn in a fun and interactive environment where you can develop tools that will help your future.

Students are only expected to know basic algebra. If you do not have a laptop, the department will provide it.

Topics covered

• programming (focus on Python)

• data analysis

• probability

• statistics

• modelling

• projectile motion

• special relativity

• particle physics

• nuclear physics

• atomic physics

Dates and registration

The class will meet at 1pm (EDT) every Tuesday and Thursday for eight weeks starting on the week of June 23th, 2020 (6/23 to 8/13) . Each course will begin with a short lecture, followed by interactive demonstrations on writing code. In total, each class will take between 1 to 2 hours.

The class is being managed by the Remote Experience for Young Engineers and Scientists (REYES) team. If you have not registered to REYES, you can still join.

The class will take place live via: https://vs.prod.odu.edu/bin/reyes_system/. Go to the sessions labeled "Python4Physics" session at the designated times. This platform allows for no limit to the number of participants. Slides and videos will be posted afterwards in the REYES website.

For any additional questions feel free to contact us: pyhon4physics@odu.edu.

Python4Physics 2020 is live

In addition to following the sessions live there, you can see the answer to your questions in addition to detailed content in this page.

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