FAQ
- Who is my TA?
- Where is my TA mailbox?
- Where is my lab?
- Where is my lab manual?
- How do I turn in homework to my instructor's mailbox?
- How do I reserve the Goudsmidt Conference Room (LP 208)?
- How can I get tutoring in physics?
- What are the prerequisits for specific physics courses?
- Where can I get the Comprehensive and/or Qualifying exams?
- Can I use the Physics Computer Lab? How?
- How can I change my address and other personal information?
Who is my TA? How can I find out?
A current list of TA's is kept on the undergraduate lab page in the menu by going to Undergraduate->Resouces. To look up the instructor's name, you need to know the day and time your lab is taught.
Where is my TA mailbox?
Mailboxes are located on the wall of the North hallway on the second floor of the Leifson Physics building (or on one of the outside walls of the Goudsmidt Conference Room, LP 208). The mailboxes are recessed into the wall and alphabetized. If you cannot find your TA's mailbox, please stop by the main physics office for assistance.
Where is my lab?
Physics labs are held in the following rooms: DMS 201, 203, 208, 209, 210, 212, all of which are on the second floor of the Davidson Math and Science Building. Signs are posted designating which lab will be held in which room for a given lab time. If you would like to look at a schedule in advance, please refer to the undergraduate lab page in the menu by going to Undergraduate->Resouces and lab locations are listed beneath the lab downloads.
Where is my lab manual?
To save students textbook costs, labs are posted online, and can be downloaded in PDF format. To find your specific lab, visit the undergraduate laboratory page, and select the correct week and physics class. All physics classes with the same number have the same lab.
How do I turn in homework to my instructor's mailbox?
Your physics instructor will have a mailbox located on the second floor of the LP building. Mailboxes are located on the east side of the hallway recessed in the wall, with your instructor's name printed on the mailbox. If you can't find your instructor's name, feel free to stop by the physics office and ask for further assistance.
How do I reserve the Goudsmidt Conference Room (LP 208)?
The Goudsmidt Conference Room can be reserved by:
- Checking the calendar to see if the conference room is free
- If it is, emailing the Physics office email address listed with the time and date
Please note, some events may require approval from the department chair.
How can I get tutoring in physics?
Tutoring in physics is offered through the Student Academic Skills Center.
What are the prerequisits for specific physics courses?
| Physics Course | Prerequisites | |
|---|---|---|
| Phys 151R | Math 128 | |
| Phys 152R | Phys 151R | |
| Phys 180 | Math 181 | |
| Phys 181 | Phys 180/180L & Math 182 | |
| Phys 182 | Phys 181/181L & Math 283R |
Please note, that although physics courses and their laboratories are co-requisites, it is okay to take the lecture portion of the course one semester and then take the laboratory portion subsequently.
Where can I get the Comprehensive and/or Qualifying exams?
Physics comprehensive and qualifying exams are located in the library reserves. A selection of these is also hosted on the physics website under undergraduate resources
Can I use the Physics Computer Lab? How?
The physics computer lab is available for use to all University of Nevada students. To get an account, please visit the physics office and fill out a "Request for Computer Account" form. In approximately 48 hours, you will receive your access information.
How can I change my address and other personal information?
Your personal information can be updated for the University through epaws. To update your information, go to the main UNR Webpage. Click on the epaws link on the left side menu. You will be prompted to enter your social security number and password. After you enter this, on the menu that comes up, select the "upadate address" option and change your personal information. In addition to this, please stop by the physics department and update your information with us as well.
