Module overview
This module introduces and develops the knowledge in fundamental electromagnetics for second year Electrical and Electronic Engineering students. The course presents the basic concepts of electromagnetic theory from a physical and application points of view. The vector algebra used in electromagnetic theory is introduced in the electromagnetic field context. The course concentrates on applications of the theory to practical problems, so that students gain a better understanding of the electromagnetic field theory through problem solving exercises.
The students should have covered in their first year Mathematics for Electronic and Electrical Engineering (MATH1055) and Electric Materials and Fields course (ELEC1206).
Aims and Objectives
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge and Understanding
Having successfully completed this module, you will be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of:
- Basic concepts of electromagnetic theory, including fundamental laws of electrodynamics (Gauss’s, Faraday’s and Ampere-Maxwell’s laws, Maxwell’s equations)
- Principles of electromagnetic radiation, propagation of electromagnetic waves in vacuum and in media
- The interaction of electric and magnetic fields with matter
- Mathematical description of fundamental laws of electromagnetism, vector calculus in the electromagnetic field context
Transferable and Generic Skills
Having successfully completed this module you will be able to:
- Develop a mathematical model for the description of physical phenomena
Subject Specific Practical Skills
Having successfully completed this module you will be able to:
- Calculate electric and magnetic fields generated by charges and currents, compute energy and forces associated with electromagnetic fields
- Derive equivalent circuits for electric and magnetic systems
Subject Specific Intellectual and Research Skills
Having successfully completed this module you will be able to:
- Explain the operation of simple electromagnetic devices
- Apply mathematical methods and vector algebra to practical problems
Syllabus
Vector calculus in the electromagnetic field context
Electrostatics and steady currents, energy and forces in electric fields
Magnetostatics and magnetic materials, magnetic circuits
Time-dependant electromagnetic fields, electromagnetic induction, eddy currents, Maxwell's equations
Principles of electromagnetic radiation, antennas and waveguides
Learning and Teaching
Teaching and learning methods
Lectures, Example classes, Interactive Tutorials
| Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Revision | 10 |
| Completion of assessment task | 36 |
| Follow-up work | 18 |
| Wider reading or practice | 20 |
| Tutorial | 12 |
| Preparation for scheduled sessions | 18 |
| Lecture | 36 |
| Total study time | 150 |
Resources & Reading list
General Resources
Software Requirements. None
Laboratory space and equipment. Equipment for the two dedicated laboratory experiements.
Internet Resources
Fundamentals of Applied Electromagnetics.
Engineering Electromagnetics, D.T. Thomas.
Applied Electromagnetism, P. Hammond.
Introduction to electrodynamics, Griffiths, David J..
Electromagnetism for Engineers, P. Hammond.
Engineering Electromagnetics, Ida, N..
Fundamentals of Applied Electromagnetics, F. Ulaby, U. Ravaioli.
Textbooks
John D. Kraus & Daniel A. Fleisch. Electromagnetics with Applications.
Assessment
Summative
This is how we’ll formally assess what you have learned in this module.
| Method | Percentage contribution |
|---|---|
| Laboratory | 10% |
| Examination | 60% |
| Assignment | 10% |
| Assignment | 10% |
| Assignment | 10% |
Referral
This is how we’ll assess you if you don’t meet the criteria to pass this module.
| Method | Percentage contribution |
|---|---|
| Examination | 100% |
Repeat
An internal repeat is where you take all of your modules again, including any you passed. An external repeat is where you only re-take the modules you failed.
| Method | Percentage contribution |
|---|---|
| Examination | 100% |
Repeat Information
Repeat type: Internal & External