Electricity and Magnetism

Uitgebreide vaknaam	Electricity and Magnetism
Leerdoelen	At the end of the course, the student is able to: 1. use basics concepts of vector analysis to reformulate a static electromagnetic problem into the relevant equation needed to solve the problem 2. reformulate an electrodynamics problem into the relevant equations needed to solve problems using basics concepts of Maxwell's theory of electrodynamics 3. understand close links between electrodynamics and other fields of physics such as optics and relativity 4. use e.g. symmetry and limiting case arguments to anticipate and check solutions to problems 5. write a clear and structured report of a well-defined lab experiment 6. develop a critical attitude towards the presented material and to pose relevant questions during lectures and study groups
Omschrijving	The course treats the classical theory of electric and magnetic fields due to static charges and stationary currents. The four Maxwell equations are treated starting from Faraday's law up to the law of Maxwell-Ampère. After an introduction in vector calculus, Maxwell's equations are derived and applied for stationary conditions both in vacuum and in matter. This theory is applied to obtain the electromagnetic waves, conservations laws, electromagnetic radiation and an introduction is given to the relation between the theory of electrodynamics and special relativity. The theory is elucidated by many examples, lecture demonstrations and practica. An extended set of practical exercises solidifies the knowledge of theory.
Uren per week
Onderwijsvorm	Hoorcollege (LC), Practisch werk (PRC), Werkcollege (T) (56 LC, 4 LC, 4 LC, 64 T, 20 PRC, 10 PRC, 122 self study)
Toetsvorm	Practisch werk (PR), Schriftelijk tentamen (WE), Tussentoets (IT) (23% WE, 25% WE, 19% IT, 28% IT, 5% PR)
Vaksoort	propedeuse
Coördinator	prof. dr. S. Hoekstra
Docent(en)	prof. dr. S. Hoekstra ,prof. dr. M.S. Pchenitchnikov
Verplichte literatuur	Titel Auteur ISBN Prijs Introduction to Electrodynamics, RUG edition, Pearson D.J. Griffiths 9781783996728
Entreevoorwaarden	The course units assumes prior knowledge and skills acquired in the first semester of BcS physics study. Some parts of the math are being taught in parallel with the course. The prior knowledge: Classical and relativistic mechanics Vector algebra Differential and integral calculus Complex numbers The prior skills: Solving equations of (mechanical) motion Differentiation and integration Operations with complex numbers
Opmerkingen	The weighted average of the six tests (with weights of 0.1, 0.15, 0.25, 0.15, 0.25 for the 6 tests respectively) has to be higher than 5.5 to pass the theory part. The practical grade has to be higher than 6, and besides the individual requirements the combined grade has to be higher than 5.5 to pass the course. Mandatory: The first two (out of three) practicals have to be done within the designated space and time that is reserved for that. This course was registered last year with course code WPPH16001
Opgenomen in	Opleiding Jaar Periode Type BSc Applied Physics 1 semester II verplicht BSc Astronomy 1 semester II verplicht BSc Courses for Exchange Students: Astronomy - Physics - Energy & Environment - semester II BSc Mathematics and Physics (double degree) 1 semester II verplicht BSc Physics 1 semester II verplicht