Various Examples of Using Freely Available, Downloadable Data to Teach Fourier and Wavelet Analysis*

Fourier and Wavelet Analysis are important techniques for data analysis of big data. This presentation provides an example of a foundation for teaching Fourier and Wavelet Analysis to undergraduate STEM majors and provides several examples of using Fourier and Wavelet analysis on various time series such as long term climate data and light spectra. Also discussed is the importance of providing undergraduate students with an understanding of these techniques for a more complete background in undergraduate physics foundation, preparing the undergraduate students for graduate school or industry.