Electrodynamics: Electric and Magnetic Fields

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Approx. 12 hours to complete

Course Summary

This course covers the fundamental principles of Electromagnetism, including Electrostatics, Magnetostatics, and Electrodynamics. Students will learn about the behavior of electric and magnetic fields, as well as their interactions with matter.

Key Learning Points

  • Gain a deep understanding of the principles of Electromagnetism
  • Learn how to calculate electric and magnetic fields in simple and complex systems
  • Explore the applications of Electromagnetism in modern technology

Related Topics for further study


Learning Outcomes

  • Develop a strong foundation in the principles of Electromagnetism
  • Learn how to apply these principles to solve complex problems
  • Gain practical insights into the ways in which Electromagnetism is used in modern technology

Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course

  • Calculus
  • Differential Equations
  • Physics

Course Difficulty Level

Intermediate

Course Format

  • Online Self-Paced
  • Video Lectures
  • Assignments
  • Quizzes

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Notable People in This Field

  • Richard Feynman
  • Albert Einstein

Related Books

Description

This course is a continuation of Electrodynamics: An Introduction and Electrodynamics: Analysis of Electric Fields. Here, we will introduce magnetostatics and relate it to the material we learned previously. In addition, we will cover the basics of the electromotive force and how it can be used to build different devices.

Outline

  • Electrostatic Analogs
  • Introduction
  • 1-1 Modeling Heat Flow and Membranes
  • 1-2 Different Spherical Solutions
  • Values of physical constants
  • Lecture Slides (Week 1)
  • Week 1 Quiz
  • Magnetostatics
  • 2-1 Magnetic Fields and Forces
  • 2-2 Interactions with Magnetic Fields
  • Lecture Slides (Week 2)
  • Week 2 Quiz
  • The Magnetic Field in Various Situations
  • 3-1 Introduction to the Vector Potential
  • 3-2 The Vector Potentials for Specific Geometries
  • Lecture Slides (Week 3)
  • Week 3 Quiz
  • Assessing the Vector Potential
  • 4-1 Mechanical and Electrical Energy
  • 4-2 Comparing Quantum Mechanics and Dynamics
  • Lecture Slides (Week 4)
  • Week 4 Quiz
  • Induced Currents
  • 5-1 Running Motors
  • 5-2 Forces From Induced Currents
  • Conclusion
  • Lecture Slides (Week 5)
  • Week 5 Quiz

Summary of User Reviews

Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course

Many users found the course to be comprehensive and well-structured.

Pros from User Reviews

  • In-depth explanations of complex topics
  • Good mix of theoretical and practical applications
  • Challenging and engaging assignments
  • Great professor who is knowledgeable and responsive
  • Good value for the price

Cons from User Reviews

  • Some users found the course content to be too advanced for beginners
  • Difficulty level of the course may be too high for some students
  • Lack of interaction with other students
  • Limited opportunities for hands-on practice
  • No certificate of completion for audit users
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Approx. 12 hours to complete
Seungbum Hong
Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
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Seungbum Hong

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