PHYS 4676 – Honours Thesis – Proposal and Preparation

(3 Credits)

For students in term 1 of their final year in Honours. The student will prepare a proposal for the undergraduate thesis and demonstrate the feasibility of the project under the supervision of a faculty member. The results of the study will be presented (in written and oral form) to an examining committee during the term. Both experimental and theoretical topics are acceptable. A grade of C (based on the presentations) is required to proceed to the next course which forms the final stage of the honours thesis. May not be held with the former PHYS 4670, the former PHYS 4570, or the former PHYS 4672. Prerequisites: a grade of "C" or better in PHYS 3430 and permission of the department.

PHYS 4678 – Honours Thesis – Dissertation

(3 Credits)

For students in term 2 of their final year in Honours. The student will complete the work needed and produce an undergraduate thesis under the supervision of a faculty member. The grade will be based on the examining committee's evaluation of a progress report (presented mid-term) and an evaluation of the thesis manuscript and oral presentation at the end of term. Both experimental and theoretical topics are acceptable. May not be held with the former PHYS 4670, the former PHYS 4570, the former PHYS 4672, or the former PHYS 4674. Prerequisite: permission of the department.