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Overview

• Vectors: Concept and definition. Addition, subtraction, components. Vector multiplication: dot and cross products. Volume integral (scalar), line integral (vector). Differentiation of vectors: Div, Grad and Curl. Triple scalar and vector products. Stoke’s theorem and Divergence theorem.

• Charge and electric flux: force on a charge, Gauss’ law. Capacitance. Electrostatic force and energy storage. Magnetic field and flux. Lorentz force. Ampere’s Law. Biot-Savart Law. Faraday’s and Lenz’s law. Inductance.

• E-M waves and Maxwell’s equations. Displacement current and continuity equation

• Solve and apply the E-M waves equations to interface problems

Assessment Strategy

-threshold -40% - basic knowledge and understanding with the occasional minor error

-good -60% - Can consistently apply the theory to standard problems

-excellent -70% - Can apply the theory to more challenging problems

Learning Outcomes

• Able to use Vector Calculus

• Have a basic understanding of Electricity and Magnetics and how to apply and solve problems using this theoretical framework.

• Understand how a unified theory - Electromagnetism was developed and understand the implications and applications of this theory.