Electromagnetic Field Theory

Synopsis and Course Learning Outcomes

This course presents several major collective understandings and theories within the area of electrostatic, magnetostatic and electromagnetic fields to the students. The abovementioned electromagnetic field theory is succinctly summarized via the Maxwell’s equations. Here, the course is conducted with the assumption that the enrolled students are already equipped with the necessary mathematical foundations including multivariable calculus. Furthermore, they should also possess some familiarity with basic concepts covered in the typical introductory circuit theory course such as resistance, capacitance and inductance to list a few.

By the end of the course, students should be able to:

1. Apply appropriate laws or theorem (applicable in free space and/or in various materials) in solving engineering problems related to electrostatic and magnetostatic fields due to stationary charges and current distributions respectively.

2. Explain transformation of fields from static to time varying based on Maxwell’s equations and to solve appropriate engineering problems in time varying fields that yield accurate results.

3. Explain effectively in writing or verbally on complex engineering practice issues by utilizing the electromagnetic field theory.

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