Learning objectives
Knowledge and understanding:
At the end of this course the student should know the basic phenomena of the
classical electromagnetism and the underlying physical laws. Moreover, he should
be able to resolve problems on the subjects treated in the theory lectures.
Applying knowledge and understanding:
The student should be able to analyze the electromagnetic phenomena and to
interpret them on the basis of the mathematical formulation of the physical laws.
Prerequisites
It is important to have an appropriate knowledge of classical mechanics and
ondulatory phenomena as treated in the course of General Physics 1.
Course unit content
The course is structured in two parts: theory and problems. The theory lectures
cover the following subjects:
-Coulomb's law and electric field -Gauss's law -Electric Potential-Conductors-
Capacitance-Dielectrics -Current and resistance-DC circuits
-Magnetostatics-Diamagnetism, paramagnetism and ferromagnetism
-Electromagnetic induction
-RL and LC circuits
-Maxwell equations -Electromagnetic waves
The problems are focused on the subjects treated in the theory part.
Full programme
Electrostatics
Coulomb law and the electric field
Gauss's law
Electric potential
Conductors, capacitance and dielectrics
Currents and Magnetism
Current and resistance
DC circuits
Magnetic fields
Magnetic fields and currents
Magnetism in matter
Time dependent fields and waves
Electromagnetic induction
Self-inductance and mutual inductance
AC circuits
The Maxwell equations and electromagnetic waves
Bibliography
G. Cantatore, L. Vitale, Gettys Fisica 2 Elettromagnetismo-Onde. McGraw-Hill Libri
Italia, Milano, 2011.
Teaching methods
Slides will be used to convey the most important messages of the theory lectures.
The problems will be resolved at the blackboard, possibly with the participation of
the students.
Assessment methods and criteria
Written examinations with problems followed by an oral examination if the mark is comprised between 13 and 18.
Other information
Lecture attendance is highly recommended.
2030 agenda goals for sustainable development
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